it takes years before it’s actually in print. it takes years before it’s actually in print. 6-18 months I'll let Steve tell you it takes years before it’s actually in print. According to agent Steve Laube it takes years before it’s actually in print. it takes years before it’s actually in print. it takes years before it’s actually in print. I'll let Steve tell you Steve Laube at his agency it takes years before it’s actually in print. it takes years before it’s actually in print. it takes years before it’s actually in print. “How Long Does it Take to Get Published?” it takes years before it’s actually in print. estimated time for a traditionally published book