The process of publishing a novel usually included the following steps: 1. Finished writing of the novel: The author of the novel completes the creation of the novel, creating the outline, characters, plot, etc. 2. Registration of copyrights: The author would register the copyright of the novel to ensure the validity of the copyright. Usually, it could be registered with the national copyright bureau or relevant agencies. 3. The publishing house looks for a publishing house: The publishing house looks for novel authors who are willing to publish and negotiate with the author to determine the publishing direction, book number, and other details. 4. Cover design: The publishing house designs the cover of the novel according to the content and style of the novel, and determines the title, author, publishing house, and other information. 5. Manuscript processing: The author sends the original manuscript of the novel to the publishing house for processing, editing, proofreading, etc. to ensure the quality and accuracy of the novel. 6. Typography design: The publishing house will design the layout of the novel, make an e-book or a paper book, and design the front cover, back cover, and waist of the book. 7. Print and publish: The publishing house will print and publish the novel e-book or paper book, and promote and sell it. 8. Communication and publicity after publication: After the novel is published, the publishing house and the author need to carry out follow-up communication and publicity, including publicity to readers, interaction with readers, etc. The above is the basic process of publishing a novel. Different publishing houses and authors may have different procedures, but in general, these steps are to ensure the quality of the novel and to give readers a better reading experience.