I have been writing stories for many years for my own enjoyment but recently allowed friends and families to read 1 of my stories about a boy and dog who have adventures of the old fashioned kind like getting muddy and wet, climbing trees, camping and a host of other activities. The adults seem to think I should have it published but I am unable to find a friendly publisher so am thinking about self publishing. At the moment I am scared that I will lose my money which I can ill afford ( I don't want to make a fortune from my writing just want people to enjoy reading them) so wondered if I was to put the 1 st chapter on here if anyone would give me feedback. What I need to know is it something strangers would enjoy, the age group that would enjoy it and should it be paperback or e book. Can anybody help me?