I’ve finally finished the first draft of my manuscript and I’m now exploring how to navigate the publishing world. As a first-time author, the process seems overwhelming—editing, formatting, marketing... where do I even begin?

I’ve read that working with book publishing companies can really streamline the process. Has anyone here worked with one from start to finish?

I recently discovered American Book Authors, and they seem to offer everything under one roof—from editing to publishing to marketing.

For those who’ve already gone through this, what was the most important first step you took? Any tips or lessons learned would be greatly appreciated!