So you've completed your first project. You've gone through the endless process of proofreading, and editing then doing it over again...and again and again. Your manuscript is properly formatted and as immaculate as can be. Perhaps you've had it critiqued or gotten feedback in some fashion. Maybe you're even thinking about (or already have) hired a professional editor. Now what?First of all, congratulations! You've come this far and deserve to pat yourself on the back! Afterwards, I've compiled a handy guide for the next steps along your publishing path. Hope this is useful and good luck!