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Being an author... young?

I love writing. I’ve been writing several stories since I was little. I love english/grammer/ect. So, about a year ago I wanted to write a series. I’m about finished with my first book. I let my family read it and my friends. They all loved it and said, “It was fantastic, ect.” And just to be sure, I let some people I didn’t know, read it. They also loved it. And I also think it’s great.

So, I want to get it published. I’m a junior. Still a teen. Can I still get it published young? Or do I have to wait till I’m at adult age?

Please, help! :)

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Answer #1

ichibanarky is right … if the book is good and you can find a company to publish it then your good!

Answer #2

Eragon was written by a 15 year old - just goes to show, age isn’t important.

If the book is good, it can get published.

Answer #3

You DEFINITELY can be an author at any age. You can self publish easily at amazon.com. “Easily” means you do not need someone else’s approval or cooperation, like a publisher. That is, you do not need someone important to decide if it’s good or not. Also, it takes a minimum amount of tools and money … perfect for a teen author. There is a LOT of work to get people to actually buy the book. If you publish on amazon, it will be a great experience and I’m sure you will learn about the realities of the publishing business.

To find out information type in “how to self publish” at google. A friend of mine sells his book for kindles and I have had two other friends self publish books on amazon.

One more thing: I am a pretty good proof reader and would be happy to proof your book if you would like. No charge, of course. :)

Being an author... young?

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