How is the best way to start the self-publishing process?

[Tea]

When i did a writing course a few years ago they told us to talk to bookshops to see if they would stock self-published books. Also having your own website allows you to sell your book as an ebook. People can download part of your book and then they pay for the rest once your readers are hooked. Using social media works for some people to self-promote. Depending on your books target age group you can do visits and hold reading sessions at some libraries, schools and colleges. Public speaking on the topic of your book.