I'm starting to write and illustrate my own original children's books, and haven't the foggiest how to break into getting them printed up and published... any pointers?

Self publishing (or subsidy publishing) is not only a good way to break into the competitive world of publishing, but also the best way to have creative control over your work. (Such as providing your own original artwork for you children's book). To request information from Dorrance Publishing go to the link below. They will send you a brochure which explains exactly how subsidy publishing works. If your manuscript is complete, you can submit it for review at no cost or obligation.