Difference between traditional publishing and self-publishing?

Traditional publishing is the process of sending your book manuscript to a publishing house, where they will oversee the editing, design, printing, and distribution of your book if accepted. The self-publishing model gives authors complete creative control and allows them to control or delegate the publishing process. Self-publishing offers higher royalties and faster publication, but it is more personal. You can even hire a book publisher who can do the work for you. Traditional publishing offers industry professional support and can be more competitive and time-consuming. The choice depends on your objectives, budget, and degree of control you wish to have over the production and marketing of your book.