New Writers: What To Do If You Think You Want To Be Published

If you’re not a professional writer, but think that you might want to be, where do you start? How do you get something published?

Here are a few tips for where to start when you have something to say and want to see it in print.

• Know your goals.
• Join a writers’ critique group.
• If you’re not sure of your writing mechanics, hire an experienced copyeditor to show you how to improve.
• Learn about the writing, editing, and publishing industry.
• Accept the fact that there are standard procedures and timetables in the publishing industry.
• Get involved with writers’ groups and professional associations.
• Enjoy the process.

You can read the full post at Words Into Books.