To publish a book, one had to go through a series of processes, including writing, editing, proofreading, publishing, printing, and distribution. The following is the general publishing process: Writing: Complete the first draft of the novel and hire an experienced editor to revise it. 2. Edited: Revise and polish the novel according to the editor's suggestions to ensure the accuracy and cohesiveness of the content. 3. Proofreading: Strictly proofread the novel to eliminate typos and grammar errors to ensure the quality of the text. 4. Typography: According to the requirements of the publishing house, the layout and design of the novel, including the cover, table of contents, page number, etc. 5. Print: Print the novel into a book and arrange for transportation and distribution. As for what kind of manuscript paper to write on, it depended on the requirements of different publishing houses. Generally speaking, the color and texture of the manuscript paper should be consistent with the theme and style of the book. For example, if you want to publish a black or gray book, you can choose black or gray manuscript paper. In addition, the size and width of the manuscript paper should also meet the requirements of the book. To contact a publishing house, you can search for relevant information on the Internet and contact them according to the instructions on their official website. You can submit an electronic or paper version of the novel and ask the publishing house about the publishing plan and process. When contacting the publishing house, they needed to provide the novel's text, cover design, typography requirements, and other information so that the other party could review and cooperate.