I think a big intimidation in getting a dream off the ground is not knowing where to start.

A good thing about this thing called the internets is you have access to the pretty much everything you need to make your dream a reality.

A dream of mine is to publish a comic book.  Does it have to be with Marvel or DC?  It would be nice, but as long as I saw it in print I would feel like I rule the school.

The same thing about publishing a book.  It doesn't have to be an unreachable goal because of publishers and their denials.

I've listed a few links below for you guys to check out.  Maybe you know about them, maybe you don't.

Comic Book Publishing - http://www.comixpress.com/

This is a pretty neat site that I feel is the best online printer for comic books.  You upload your book to their site, it will be available in their marketplace and printed on demand.  You get a cut.  A newer option is available for distribution by comic book stores who like indy comics.

Book Publishing - http://www.lulu.com/

If you've thought about publishing your own book, you've probably been here.  You upload your material and you can sell your book in the marketplace as well.  They can publish books, cookbooks, e-books, calendars, dvds and cds.  My wife and I are more than likely going to be making a children's book through this site once we get around to it.

Blog to Books - http://www.blurb.com/ and  http://blog2print.sharedbook.com/blogworld/printmyblog/index.html

Blurb looks like it could be the higher quality of the two sites.  Basically the same concept as the above examples.

Online Printing - http://www.printplace.com/

When I was in real estate, I would use this place to make brochures or other materials.  If you're interested in starting a magazine, you can do it here as well.  Again, just upload your info and they'll ship it to you.

I hope this helps you all out and maybe getting to that first step won't be so intimidating.

Eric.