self-publish
verb
self-pub·lish
ˌself-ˈpə-blish 
self-published; self-publishing; self-publishes
: to publish (a book) using the author's own resources
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Originally self-published in 2023, Spark of the Everflame, the first book in the series, became an instant viral sensation on social media before being acquired by Atria Books and republished in 2024.
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Denise Petski, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
Henry Ware Holland, a descendant of William Dawes, self-published a history in 1878 titled William Dawes and His Ride with Paul Revere.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
Levi self-published his inspirational tale about a mysterious man who creates a ripple effect of kindness and generosity in small-town Georgia in October 2023.
—Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Kouri Richins, who self-published a children's book on grief following her husband's death, was arrested in May 2023 following a lengthy investigation.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
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Denise Petski, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2026
Henry Ware Holland, a descendant of William Dawes, self-published a history in 1878 titled William Dawes and His Ride with Paul Revere.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 17 Apr. 2026
Levi self-published his inspirational tale about a mysterious man who creates a ripple effect of kindness and generosity in small-town Georgia in October 2023.
—Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 1 Apr. 2026
Kouri Richins, who self-published a children's book on grief following her husband's death, was arrested in May 2023 following a lengthy investigation.
—Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for self-publish
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“Self-publish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-publish. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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