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Idea for a book!?

I have what I consider a great book idea. All of my friends and family think it would be amazing! What do I do with an idea???? What goes into teh process of making a publishing a book! I have no idea! I need all the help I can get!!! Thanks everyone!

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  • 1 decade ago
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    first off congratulation!!! What you need to do now is to get a pencil or a pen and start to write (or type it up). Do not think of publishing yet, just write and write. If you believe your book is good and you do want to publish it when your done then ask where should i publish this. Only do this when you have completed writing your story. Best of luck

  • 1 decade ago

    Start writing. Only well known, seasoned authors can submit book idea because they have a good track record with their publisher and a fan base.

    Just start writing and worry about the publishing later. Writing can be a long, hard (but fun) process so enjoy that part before you stress about getting it out there. Whenever I get wrapped up in thinking about getting my book published I usually hit a stand still in my writing because I over think it...once I stop worrying it comes a lot easier. Have fun :)

    Source(s): 80 pages into my first novel...and loving it!
  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Look for a book that will help you write and get published. It'll walk you through the process. 'Self-editing for fiction writers' is good and I've also been advised to use 'from pitch to publication'.

    Consider joining a creative writing group because evrybody helps each other and it keeps you disciplined at writing so you're less likely to give up.

    When you do send your manuscript your advised to provide a cover letter to the publisher. If its a short story send to magazines too.

    Hope this was helpful.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Just write! All the other stuff comes later. Publishing, title, nothing else matters until you actually write and finish the story. Good luck!

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  • 1 decade ago

    there's like a billion books on how to publish a book, go to the book store and get to work! start writing writing writing. what's the name? good luck!

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