Writing is certainly not a pastime for adults only. For those who love writing there is no age guideline; in fact those who develop a lifelong love of writing tend to begin the love affair very early in life. Writers who are just beginning to understand the nuances of putting together a story are often in their teen years – with writing that initiates from school assignments and burgeons into something else entirely, fostering a love for the craft that carries over into adulthood and perhaps even a professional career as a writer.

For some teenagers the time to start is now; they have been bitten by the bug and are ready to see their words in print. First time authors of any age face difficulties in breaking into the book publishing world; there are many hoops through which to jump and inexperienced and previously unpublished writers face enormous challenges. It is almost a given that the bigger publishing houses will not accept unsolicited manuscripts and require book submissions to be through a literary agent; which means that writers must first make contact and be accepted by an agent that will agree to represent the book.

Teenaged writers who want to skip the traditional processes – at least for the first time – may opt for self book publishing instead. Self book publishing companies – that today can be found online – allow writers to submit their work and choose a number of printing specifications before deciding on the quantity that they wish to print.

First time authors can find their way easily through the comprehensive sites provided by self book publishing companies – making choices such as binding, paper stock, ink choices, the inclusion of artwork and photography, and the quantities that they want to print.

Teenaged authors who are under the age of eighteen should work with their parents to upload their manuscript to a secure self book publishing site and to make choices regarding the printing of their book.

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