I've been an avid reader of the site's stories for a long time, and never created an account. I am an aspiring writer, myself. I have a self-published book on Amazon(and other eReader sites), but it hasn't received much traction--they don't really let you promote adult-oriented material. I hope to someday post some of my stuff on here.
Same for me, I lurked really for about a decade before I worked up the nerve to post something. It was wonderfully recieved as I am sure yours will be too. Come on in, the water is fine. I can't promise posting here will be much help promoting your work in the vanilla world but it wiil definately be appreciated here!