Many designers publish their own games. Here's the options, and the reality, of publishing/funding. Dr. P wrote McFarland's book "Game Design" and designed Britannia, Dragon Rage. See Wikipedia
Event Type:
SEM - Seminar
Minimum Players:
1
Maximum Players:
150
Age Required:
Everyone (6+)
Experience Required:
None (You've never played before - rules will be taught)