✨ When I first started dreaming of Hello Petal, the idea of self-publishing felt like standing at the bottom of a mountain with no map. There were ISBNs and barcodes, printing specs, marketing materials, distribution options… and no one telling me where to begin. What I wanted most back then was a gentle roadmap. Something that could break the process into steps without overwhelming me. Something honest and practical — but also encouraging. This is that roadmap. Not a strict “rule book,” but a starter pack: part guide, part lived experience. It’s what I wish someone had handed me when I began. 🌸 Step 1: Laying the Foundations Before you…