Self published books are books released directly by authors or with the help of independent publishing professionals, without relying on a traditional publishing house to manage the entire process. Self-publishing gives authors greater control over their content, design, publishing schedule, pricing, and distribution. The process can include manuscript editing, proofreading, cover design, interior formatting, printing, ebook creation, distribution, and marketing. Authors can choose which services they need based on their experience, budget, and publishing goals.