I have been reading everything I can on self-publishing, and now that I am getting to the actual phase where I will submit my book for all the world to see, I am getting nervous about what to do! I feel like so much of what I read is conflicting information.

ISBNs-

One reliable source recommends obtaining your own ISBN, another says just use the free ones provided. Have your name listed as publisher or someone else? Does it matter? Some say it does—others say it does not. Huh?

Print on Demand-

Whether a single person orders a paperback version of my book or not—I totally want to hold the book in my hand! So, this is probably just for me, but hey, you never know …

So, do I Go with Lightning Source or Create Space? One source says that if you want a chance at having your book in…