hey fellas,

I am a writer and have been doing it for awhile now.albeit none has been published yet.The reason is not beyond the lack of financial power.

Quite recently l met a published writer who warned me against self-publishing stating that most self-published books don't get recommended for awards or competion. He stated the case of Chimamanda Adichie's 'Half of a yellow sun' and 'Purple Hibiscus' as examples. Stressing if they were published with her personal cash she wouldn't have won the Orange award.

I quite need your opinion in this regard and also need information on how to get my works recommended for publication - one in which the publishing firm and I can share the proceeds.Thank you for your assistance.