Stacey Miller

Stacey Miller – Editor

My bliss is to guide first-time authors through the editorial and publication process. It's wonderful to help make dreams come true.

Overview

How can a professional editor help you convey your messages?


For 25+ years, I have served as copy editor and proofreader on books from such publishers as Penguin, Ballantine, Penguin, and Adams Media, and by independently published authors. I see my role as helping you strengthen your manuscript and eliminate any typos, inconsistencies, grammatical mistakes, and style issues that may interfere with your book's impact.


I'm experienced with books in all genres. Nonfiction and fiction are welcome, and personal health, career, medical, and parenting books are my focus.


It will be my pleasure to gently guide you through the editorial process, smooth out any rough spots, and answer any questions you may have about the publishing process. I respect authors at all experience levels, and I consider myself to be an advocate and ally.


Please have a completed first draft of your manuscript available before you reach out to me. Book coaching, the way that I use the phrase, refers to guiding you through the self-publishing process. It does not include ghostwriting. You will have to produce the first draft of the manuscript yourself. If your manuscript does not yet have a title, it probably isn't ready for my input.


Would you like to meet the person behind the profile? We can arrange a video call and talk about your book. I'll answer any questions you may have.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Career Guides Health & Wellbeing Judaism Medicine, Nursing, & Dentistry Parenting & Families Psychology Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 1990 — Present

Are you a first-time author? Your first foray into the publishing world should be a joyful, rewarding adventure. I can guide you through the editing and publication process to make it simple and fun. Let's work together to make your dream come true. We can put my 25+ years of experience to work for you. All genres are welcome.

Portfolio

Pain Made Me Crazy and What I Did to Heal

Weiss, Janeen

Copy Editing Proofreading
Embrace Health: YewCan Health

Rae, Tanya

Independently published

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Crying: A Practical and Humorous Guide to Climbing the Corporate Ladder

Johnstone, Tom

Independently published

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading Book Coaching
The Power of God in the Midst of Your Storm

Templeton, Judy

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading Book Coaching
Your Confidence Footprint: How to Leave a Lasting Impression on the World

Condon, Jenny

On a Mission Publishing

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Enough: Journey of Ancestry, Identity & Faith

Garza, Lloiden

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Tatae's Promise: Based on the true story of a young woman’s escape from Auschwitz

Maysonave, Sherry

Copy Editing Proofreading
Career Reinventors: From Stuck to Soaring: A Guide to Career Reinvention

ERRAJI Ph.D., LOUBNA

Independently published

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Improbably Successful: Proven Career Growth Strategies for the Rest of Us

Silvera, Juan

SIGO LLC

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
The Truth About Nutrition

Wallach ND, Joel D.

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Book Coaching
Lots of Love: The Life and Times of Sandra E. Miller

Miller, Sandra

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading Book Coaching
The Love Bug

Bleacher, Benjamin

Copy Editing
The 25

Bryant, Ace

Copy Editing Proofreading
Table Talk!: 365 Ways to Reclaim the Family Dinner Hour

Bennett, Steve

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Beat the Odds

Yate, Martin

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
The Man Who Sent the SOS: A Memoir of Reincarnation and the Titanic

Amirault, Paul

Proofreading Book Coaching
The Girl Who Could Read Hearts: A Family and the Power of Intuition

Maysonave, Sherry

Proofreading
Fire Danger

Davon, Claire

Proofreading Book Coaching

Stacey has 13 reviews

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Jenn J.

Jenn J.

Feb, 2024

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I can't complement Stacey enough. She goes above and beyond and is more than fair in pricing. Honestly, she's probably undervaluing her work as it's extraordinary. She took her time, asked for what she needed, and set great boundaries. She's truly a gem, and I would highly, HIGHLY recommend her to anyone looking for a fabulous editor and proofreader. I could go on and on, but if you read this r...
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Stacey M.
Jenn, thank you. You're wonderful to work with, too. I feel so lucky. Also, I can't wait to buy a copy of your published book. :-) All the best, Stacey
Marcos D.

Marcos D.

Jun, 2023

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Excellent professional. Attentive, helpful, and profoundly knowledgeable of the language, she made precise corrections and guided me every step of the way. I strongly recommend Stacey.
Lloiden G.

Lloiden G.

Mar, 2023

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Stacey was excellent to work with. She is highly skilled, professional and got back to me very fast. I enjoyed working with Stacey and look forward to working with her again.
Stacey M.
Lloiden, I greatly enjoyed working with you, too. It was a privilege to be a part of your journey and hope our paths cross again in the future. Best of luck with your book!
Robert R.

Robert R.

Jul, 2024

She was very responsive and very willing to be flexible and give me the help I desired to receive. Her work we excellent.
Juan S.

Juan S.

Jun, 2024

Stacey is an exceptional editor and professional. She is detailed-oriented, responsive and very easy to work with. Not only did she do an amazing job editing my manuscript, Stacey went above and beyond by making actionable recommendations on everything from content and flow to sentence structure. She really reviews a book from the perspective of the reader to ensure that what is published is th...
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Stacey M.
Juan, it was a privilege to edit your book. Your insights and experience informed a well-written and wise career guide that will help so many readers. This was a wonderful project for me. I'm grate...
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