What was the general process of publishing a novel?

A publishing house asked me to contact them, but to be honest, I'm not very clear about the specific process of publishing a novel, and I'm not very clear about the copyright and fees either. Originally, there were publishing houses that contacted them, but they were self-funded. After thinking about it again and again, they did not agree. I think that it's not like Guo Jingming and the others who use competitions to make their novels popular in the world. Was publishing a novel a troublesome matter? Can you provide me with a few better ones? A reputable publishing firm? Also, help me solve these problems! Thank you!

Answer 1

There were usually the following processes for a novel to be published:

1. Creation: Carry out the steps of conception, outline, draft, etc. until the initial finished product is completed.

2. Planning: Deciding the direction and style of the publication, as well as the specific publication plan and schedule.

3. Reviewer: The editor will review the novel, including the content, format, style, and other aspects, and propose changes.

4. Proofreading: The editor will proofread the novel again to ensure that the text is correct and the format is correct. He will also check for any mistakes or mistakes.

5. Final draft: After editing and confirming that there are no errors, the final draft of the novel will be submitted to the bookstore.

6. Typography: The publishing company would type and edit the novel, including cutting, editing, and proofreading, to form a published version.

7. Print: The book is printed by the author and delivered to the bookstore or readers for purchase.

8. Release: The book will be distributed to various bookstores and online bookstores, as well as other channels to promote it to readers.

The above is the basic process of publishing a novel. The specific publishing process may vary according to different editors, different styles, and different publishing directions.