Bonnie. Writing a book takes time. For some people they can crank them out a few a year. Some people put one out a year. Some even less than that. Everyone goes at their own pace. There's no set of rules that must be followed.

When I write, I write until I'm to the end, then put the manuscript away for a month to six weeks then go back and start editing. (Yes, there is some editing going on while I'm writing, too.) You edit until you feel satisfied that you've created the best story you can. Then it's time to find a critique partner or a professional editor and have them make an editing pass. You can find professional editors by asking writers' organizations (state or local chapters) or writers' groups on the Internet like TWLAuthorTalks, or ChickLit, or The-Write-List. These are all Yahoo Groups, so if you go to Yahoo.com and search groups, you should find them.

They have reputable editors who can help you or recommend one who can.

JJ, listed some great writers' resources sites. I'd like to add mine.

http://www.vickimtaylor.com/forums/index.php

I hope it helps.