How to Publish a Book of Drawing Puzzles

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Create a clean copy of your drawing-puzzle manuscript. For online publishing, you will need a digital file copy. For traditional publishing, the type of file needed will depend upon the chosen publisher.
Step 2

You are likely to need your drawing puzzle saved in PDF (or portable document format). If you do not have the software to do this on your own computer, there are free resources available online to do so.
Step 3

Make a backup copy of all files. Keep this copy in a different location than that of your original.

Step 1

Compile a list of online publishers.
Step 2

Make one list of online publishers that offer free self-publishing, if this is an option that interests you.
Step 3

Make another list of self-publishing companies that require payment for services.

Step 1

Visit the local library and look at drawing-puzzle books.
Step 2

Review the publishing company information on the books. Make a note of company name, address and any other available information listed.
Step 3

While at the library, consult the Writer's Market (found in the reference section). There, you'll find publishers indexed for easy informational access.
Step 4

Visit a local bookstore. Look at drawing-puzzle books. Again, make notes of company names and contact information.

Step 1

Many colleges and universities publish books of all kinds, especially non-fiction. If you live in an urban area, there may be publishers in your area.
Step 2

Consult local telephone directories, chamber-of-commerce lists and city websites to locate area publishers.
Step 3

Contact local universities and colleges to find out if they feature publishing departments, and who the contact person is for the department.

Step 1

Make a list of publishers you'd like to use to publish your drawing-puzzle book. Several online publishers offer free publishing options if you publish your drawing puzzle book in a downloadable e-book form. Some offer free publishing if you have everything -- including cover design and print-ready pages -- in hand.
Step 2

Review available publishing packages. A standard package often includes cover design, a certain book size, layout, and a certain number of author copies, in addition to other benefits.
Step 3

Remember that traditional publishers require you to submit your drawing-puzzle manuscript for consideration. If they choose to publish it, you will receive royalties after it is published. You don't have to pay any fees. You do have to wait longer to see your puzzle drawing book published.

Step 1

Download a sample contract or list of requirements from the publishers you have chosen. Many traditional publishers have websites where you can find their information.
Step 2

Compare the requirements and contract information for each publisher.
Step 3

Choose the publisher that best fits the type you are looking to work with.

Step 1

Submitting Your Drawing-Puzzle Manuscript - Traditional Publisher:Follow the guidelines issued by the publisher and submit your drawing-puzzle manuscript. Since you are going to have to wait for acceptance from the publisher, consider submitting your manuscript to more than one publisher at a time.
Step 2

Submitting Your Drawing Puzzle Manuscript - Self-Publisher:Submit your drawing-puzzle manuscript to the self-publishing company you have chosen. Follow the guidelines carefully. Make any necessary payment..
Step 3

Keep in contact with the publishing house that is responsible for publishing your book. Stay informed on the status of your manuscript. Should information be required, provide it in a timely manner.
Step 4

When you receive your first copy of your published drawing-puzzle book, celebrate!