Wordy Wednesday

As you may or may not know, I am a humor columnist for our local newspaper. I am compiling some articles to publish in a small book, as I would like to try to syndicate my column, and it would be a handy way to sell myself to editors. Wait, I mean sell my writing - LOL

Has anyone had any experience with self-publishing? I’ve heard some horror stories, was hoping someone with experience could offer an opinion. Or a warning - LOL