Stephanie Taylor

Stephanie Taylor – Editor

I've worked with some of the biggest names on the NY Times and USA Today Bestsellers lists. I want YOU to be next! Are you ready?

Overview

Immediate bookings available and less than 8 week turn around times, if desired!


I'm that girl. The girl who fought to get a book published. Adding, commas, after, every, word. I opened a publishing company back in 2010 and found my love for editing. I discovered top notch authors and edited them; three of which are now #1 New York Times best sellers, two who are USA Today best sellers. I know good work when I see it, in all genres of fiction.


I used to be you. I tried to navigate the muddy waters of publishing and editing until finally one day I was schmoozing with Kiera Cass and E.L. James at book conventions, learning the trade, the secrets, and how to stand out.


With fifteen years of editing experience, you'd think I'm gonna charge you an arm and a leg. Maybe even a first born? Nah. I was there once too - in need of professional editing. I know the importance of keeping costs low and sales high. I'm here to help you, the author, realize your dreams.


Let's talk, laugh, and get you out there, conquering the publishing world sooner rather than later!

Services
Fiction
Chick Lit Christian Fiction Coming of Age Contemporary Fiction Contemporary Romance Dystopian New Adult Urban Fantasy
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • International Bestseller
Certifications
  • Editor in Chief, Clean Reads Publishing
  • Technical Writer, Redstone Federal Credit Union

Work experience

Astraea Press

Dec, 2010 — Jan, 2023 (about 12 years)

Editor in chief of Astraea Press, Published New York Times best sellers, USA today best sellers. Fifteen years of publishing, editing, marketing, and helping design cover art.

Portfolio

Empower (Collide Book 3)

Stambaugh, Ashley

Don't Wake Me Up

Rhines, M.E.

Midnight Traveler

Powell, Jaime W.

Diamonds or Donuts

Ulrich, Lucie

Royal Opposites

Crawford, Lori

Tinseltown

Taylor, Stephanie

Lucky for Her

Taylor, Stephanie

Jesse's Girl

Taylor, Stephanie

My One True Love

Taylor, Stephanie

Always and Forever

Taylor, Stephanie

Inside and Out

Taylor, Stephanie

The Picture

Taylor, Stephanie

The Unexpected Choice

Taylor, Stephanie

Silver Lined

Taylor, Stephanie

Doubting Thomas

Taylor, Stephanie

Abby's Letters

Romanin, Dana

Fire and Ice (Faerie Song Saga)

Barrow-Belisle, Michele

Stephanie has 46 reviews

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Caren R.

Caren R.

Apr, 2024

This was my first time to hire an editor and Stephanie fulfilled my needs and expectations. Her edits were well within the time frame I requested. She included a copy edit as well as the developmental edit I requested so I got twice the bang for my buck. Her developmental edits were spot on, leaving me wondering, "Why didn't I think of that?" She's a self-described "straight-shooter" but in ...
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Samuel W.

Samuel W.

Apr, 2024

Stephanie was awesome to work with especially for new authors! Would highly recommend!
Stephanie T.
Thank you so much!!! Excited to see what your future holds!
Michael S.

Michael S.

Apr, 2024

Stephanie was amazing to work with! Her insight was spot on, and her feedback was clear and concise. She responded quickly to my questions. She even edited a chapter revision at no extra charge. I highly recommend Stephanie to anyone looking for quality editing on their manuscript.
Stephanie T.
Thank you so much, Michael! Looking forward to seeing that manuscript in the store!
J. Gordon M.

J. Gordon M.

Apr, 2024

Stephanie provided helpful feedback that was a good value.
Aino A.

Aino A.

Mar, 2024

Working with Stephanie was great. She provided excellent feedback on where to cut and where to add, and on my tendency to use certain words excessively :) Her responses were quick, and she finished even quicker than promised.
Stephanie T.
Thank you so much! I can’t wait to see that book on shelves!

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