Let's first make a distinction between publishing your novel with the intention of making it available for many people to read and having a few copies of your novel printed for your personal enjoyment.
- Publishing your novel for wide distribution is a huge topic that can't be fully addressed via this medium. There are numerous ways to get your work out into the world, from self-publishing using global platforms like Kindle Direct Publishing or the US-based Barnes & Noble Press, to submitting your writing to established publishers who might offer you a contract that allows them to distribute your work. To read more about this expansive topic, the "Now What" section of NaNoWriMo.org has some good information.
- If you're simply looking to acquire printed copies of your book, that is more straighforward. One example of a self-publishing platform that offers an easy, cheap pathway to book printing is our partner, Blurb. Learn more details here. Other options including printing the PDF of your book and binding it yourself. You could also use a platform like Kindle Direct Publishing and simply not put your book up for public sale, but take advantage of their formatting tools and order author copies.
- A third option is to look into magazines or journals that accept submissions from young writers. These won't give you the opportunity to submit novel-length work, but you may find distribution for shorter pieces of your writing. This is a good list to start with. Please remember to involve your parents in the process of researching publications and submitting. This is not something that should be done without supervision.