[stylist] book publishing questions

[Sarah]

   Good afternoon. I have written two books this summer, something I never thought I would do. Friends and family have told me I should have them published. I work at a community college and my boss said I should get an agent. Is an agent the way to go, or should I self-publish the books on Amazon? If I publish them on Amazon, what format do the books have to be in? Is everying on that part of Amazon's website accessible with Jaws? Would I need to write a synopsis of the books? Does Amazon determine the price? Thank you. 
     Sarah   

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