The rise of self-publishing has given authors more control than ever before. Daniel Allaire’s https://danielallaire.com/book/My Life In The North illustrates how deeply personal stories can thrive independently. Yet, the question remains can self-publishing alone provide the visibility needed to reach global audiences, or does traditional publishing still play a critical role? As an author or reader, which path do you think offers the best balance between independence, recognition, and long-term growth in today’s evolving book industry.