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Kelsey Budd Corn Maze Smile

Editor

Check out my Book Editor page to know what I edit and waht it’s like to have me as your book buddy.

Author

Check out my Shop Page to get a copy on Amazon of “Charleston Light: Stories Inspired by Sullivan’s Island Lighthouse,” the anthology of short stories my Christian writer friends from ACFW wrote that features my sweet beachy modern romance story with a mystery and time travel twist.

Writer

Check out my Blog for writing resources, editing tips, book reviews, and encouraging devotions from a creative, constructive, and Christian perspective. 

Resources

 Check out my Resources Page of an ever-growing list of nonfiction books, bloggers, and Booktubers I recommend and see how to join ACFW and The Christian PEN and how to attend PENCON, the only Christian editors’ and proofreaders’ conference.

See my Shop Page for checklist handouts on writing/editing.

Books I’ve Worked On

My Book Buddy Reviews

"Kelsey is an excellent person to work with. She's kind, encouraging, and always willing to help with any questions. Her messages are professional and timely, yet they have a personal touch when she shares her experiences."

Shayna D. for advising her on starting up a freelance editing business

"I really appreciate her hard work on this! I really love what she has done and suggested!"

Matthew Meyer, soon-to-be-author of a YA speculative fiction series

"Kelsey is amazing and an expert at her craft. I'm so thankful for all her comments and helpful advice."

Ross Hampton, author of soon-to-be-published fantasy book “Return of the Dire Wolves: Book 1”

"Kelsey always has great ideas. I really appreciate her detailed notes. She's always so spot on!"

Tori Higa, soon-to-be-author of a modern retelling of the story of Esther, “The Esther Code,”

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