You want to publish a novel and you think you're too young.Teens can create and publish novels, just as well as some adults, and anyone can write books.What are you doing while sitting down?Get writing!
Step 1: Have faith that this is possible.
Don't be overwhelmed.You are competent.Your age doesn't matter.If you're writing a teen novel, your age connects you to your readers.
Step 2: You should start.
Write what you care about.You need a good idea of what your novel will be like, and you need enough passion and drive to get through it.You don't have to have a full idea to start; you can just start with a few characters and a setting.If you're unsure about what to write about, there are many less general articles.
Step 3: Pick your genre.
There are novels of romance, fantasy, fiction, sci-fi, action, mystery, non-fiction and horror.You can mix genres if you want.Romance-fantasy is a very popular genre.
Step 4: Pick a topic.
Here you can create your characters, title, plot, etc.The "Prompt" is where you make it.
Step 5: Write a short blurb.
The back of the book tells you what it is about.You can also write an introduction.The nice thing about doing it is that it keeps you focused on the nub of your story and the hoped-for outcome.
Step 6: You should outline your chapters.
Pick the thing that happens in each chapter.Minor things should not be included in your chapter outline.An outline is needed for Chapter One.List the things that will happen.When it comes to the actual writing, the chapter is already in skeleton form and you begin fleshing it out.
Step 7: When creating a novel, consider the following.
More than likely, you are writing about a teen stuck in a situation.Don't use long paragraphs and confusing words.Your reader will be turned off.Over time, the terms that preteens and teens use grow old.This is a turnoff if you use these words.Don't use the same words over and over.Readers will get bored.It needs to be appropriate for the age you are writing for.Don't write a novel called "Rainbow, the Magic Pony Saves the Day."Show your work to someone when you're done.They can give you feedback on what you should change.Go with what feels right and original.Courage and new ways of seeing the world have to come from somewhere.Young and old can afford to be that daring.
Step 8: Find out your writing style.
It's important to figure out what feels right for the story you're writing.The different styles include past and present tense, first and third person, prose and verse.It depends on the voice of your characters and what you are trying to say.Take your first chapter and write it in different styles until you find the one that works best.
Step 9: It is possible to write a little every day.
Don't be afraid to put your book away for a few days, as doing this is better than writing.It will take a long time and a lot of hard work to write a book.Don't freak out when you hit writer's block.The most practiced way is to wait it out.It will pass.Nobody can tell you the best way to go about writing a novel because every writer has a different way of doing it.Some write straight from beginning to end, some write a chapter a day, and others write only when the inspiration hits, but there is really no definitive way to arrive at the end of your novel.If you give it time and have the passion, you will get there.
Step 10: Go slowly.
If it's hard for you to write in sequential order, and you're more interested in one part and then another the next day, then write pieces.You will be able to work in pieces if you know your plot well.Writing in sequential order can be boring, so write what interests you.It will come together eventually even if it's another idea.There is a danger of getting lazy and not wanting to fill in the blanks that are more boring.If you aren't interested in a certain part of your book, what makes you think readers will be?Take your time.If you reach a point in the novel where you are stuck, take a break and come back later.If you sit there and try to do something you can't do, you will get frustrated.It takes time to make a good book.Her books took 17 years to complete.It will be worth it in the long run if you take your time.Don't stay up late trying to finish the project in a month.It's doubtful that will happen and it will make you tired.This will make it harder for you to think about what you have.Do well in school and get enough sleep.Even if it takes a year, you will get it finished if you work on it.Rushing through things won't improve your writing, it will make it worse.
Step 11: Your first draft needs to be revised.
You will need to revise everything you have written in order to make it better.You will have a lot to fix if this is your first novel.Sometimes good writing needs to be deleted to move the story in the right direction.Changes need to be made before you get to the next step.
Step 12: You can get outside editing assistance.
You may want a professional literary editor if you get a few friends or family members to read it.You can find one online, even in the phone book.If you're confident, you can skip the pro editor.Your publisher will probably want their own editor to look at it before it's published.You should send it to a teacher or adult with literary experience that you trust.Teens and friends will miss things that teachers and other adults will pick up their first time through.Sometimes it's embarrassing, but most of the time it helps you to grow as a writer.
Step 13: There is an agent.
Sending your manuscript straight to the publisher might save agent expenses, but it takes a long time for publishers and editors to get through what is known as "The Slush Pile".It's called that because of that.Get a literary agent.They're not cheap, but they make a writer's work easy.Many publishing houses only work with literary agents.Send your work to them and they will help you.If you don't give them what they want, they will not represent you.That will make things harder.You should look for an agent who is interested in the genre of book you're writing in.Don't go over a page, read a good article on writing query letters, and follow the agent's preferences.Send snail mail if they say so.Don't give them the whole book if they want the first chapter.For a first look, try agentquery.com.It may be difficult to find an agent.It can be useful.Your literary agent will bring your book to publishers that he/she thinks will publish it, and many publishers nowadays only deal with authors through literary agents.You need to send a query letter if you want to find one.Don't be afraid if one rejects you, just keep going.When she tried to publish Harry Potter, she was rejected twelve times.If you want to be honest with the agents, you should not tell them your age.Many authors don't tell the agents how old they are.If you write your query and manuscript well enough, the agents will let the writing speak for itself, and they won't even realize that you're thirteen, fourteen, or one hundred and seventeen.If they like it, they'll call.If the agent makes you feel uncomfortable, you should end the conversation as soon as possible.Don't be taken advantage of.Thank you so much.Even if you haven't used this, I've had a few other offers.It's good to put off a bad agent and wait for a good one, bad agents won't help you.I would like to think about them.I would like to thank you for your time.If I decide that I want you to represent me, should I contact you?Or something like that.A bad agent will get you nowhere.
Step 14: Send the finished product to the publisher or literary agent.
You should send your work to multiple agents at the same time.They're good, but few are miracle workers.They have many manuscripts to read besides yours.Don't forget to thank the agent for their time that might interest them in your work and get you published.It's common courtesy.Not every publishing company online is safe.
Step 15: You will be able to work for the publishing company if your agent finds you a publisher.
Don't let your age affect you; get your royalties settled, talk about what you want for cover art, and express your opinion.An experienced adult friend is likely to be your advisor.Different companies will work in different ways and expect different things, but they will keep you in the loop.Enjoy the process.You should be happy when an agent calls.Thank them very much for reading what you've written.Don't compare your work to books they've represented or best sellers in general; be humble.It's not good form.Even literary agents don't know everything.If they ask you your age, be very mature and tell them how old you are.Lying will not help, you can't sign a contract when you're under eighteen, and lying will come back and bite you in the butt.
Step 16: Your book can be seen there.
You are an author.There are author and book events in the neighborhood.You can do a book signing at the library.Be proud of yourself.You worked hard.