I am first, editor and publishing coach for award-winning independent authors. I primarily work as a developmental and substantive editor who works with independent authors. I am adept in fiction, including fantasy, thriller, horror, dystopian, YA, and children’s literature. I also specialize in nonfiction editing for inspirational, motivational, business, and self help books in a variety of subjects.

I have presented many topics related to publishing and writing for a variety of audiences, including the San Diego Comic Con and at the IWG Annual Conference. I graduated magna cum laude with a degree in communications and English, and have been an educator for more than 20 years. I am a member of the Idaho Writers Guild, the Northwest Editors Guild, the American Copy Editors Society (ACES), the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA), and the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA). I have a certificate in copy editing with ACES.
I have a natural talent for content, pacing, and character development and have developed a passion for grammar, writing, and especially story structure. I have over fifteen years of experience editing academic papers, ESL essays and personal statements, entrance essays and applications, fiction and non-fiction novels and short stories. I have extensive experience and knowledge, including but not limited to finance, special needs, business, fitness, education, marketing, medicine, and politics. My experience allows me to specialize in helping a story become a well-developed adventure that will excite readers.

• I am a developmental editor, copy editor, and proofreader. 
• I help authors format their books and get them ready for publishing.
• I teach authors the different types of publishing and help them prepare for their chosen path.
• I walk authors through the steps of crafting a dynamic manuscript that will meet industry standards. 
• I teach authors the secrets of standing out above the competition.
• If an author chooses to self publish or indie publish, I help craft a professional book that will reach their audience.
• I teach authors how to publish on various platforms and distribute their books to their audience.
• I am the president of Edits by Stacey, LLC.
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I create meaningful relationships with writers and help them to understand that their individual perspectives make them unique storytellers. I coach authors of all skill levels to produce an amazing book and distribute it so that it can be marketed and sold to readers.

The first step is for an author to contact me for an introduction and see if I am a good addition to their team.