People are excited when you tell them you're a writer -- little do they know that writing a book is the easy, fun part. Getting that book published is the hard part, especially since the rules keep changing. Doing it all by yourself the first time is a little like following an overgrown, potholed path through a jungle at night in the middle of a monsoon! The publishing industry has changed dramatically over the last few years and continues to do so. In order to make the right decision regarding the method best suited for your project, you need to have the most current information. This book is a starting point, with national resources listed at the back to help you figure out exactly what you need.