What does it take to publish a book?

Question

I love writing stories and I have written several.

There is this one that all my friends and family are in love with.

it is about 400 pages and they are suggesting I try to get it published.

I was just wondering what it would take to get a book published and how would I go about doing this?

Answer 1

Here's the answer:

http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/publ...

Answer 2

First off, congratulations on finishing! Many start writing a book, but few ever finish.

What it takes to publish a book- Perseverance, determination, motivation, and most of all, LUCK!!!

To start off, you need to find a publisher. Go to your local library and get a copy of Writer Market 2008. Look up an agent with your genre and such. Then follow their rules EXACTLY, and mail your manuscript or whatever they want.

But tell your parents that you are ready to try and publish. Do your research first and ask them to find you an agent.  

Answer 3

google "self-publish" there are many printers that will do this, especially if you're okay with a paperback (softbound). It's not that expensive.