Lol about the smg's.
Well think about it this way, would your writing get better if you were able to focus on it completely instead of trying to balence writing and penciling (two very different arts)? Besides less work for you. And hey, as long as you got the anatomy, perspective, and layout flow good, toss it to me and I'll add the dramatic flare with the inking.
I used to work a small bit with an outstanding penciller here on dA, but sadly she is quite busy with school nowadays and I think it would be wise not to bother with her. Still the best of friends though.
Also if you intend to self-publish, who's going to finance it?