Helping your stories bud, bloom, and blossom!

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Kelsey Renae Budd is an award-winning writer, Christian YA fantasy author, writing coach, content editor, and conference speaker.

As a member of American Christian Fiction Writers and The Christian PEN, she specializes in editing Christian nonfiction, speculative fiction, and romantic fiction.

She combines her creative writing wit and detailed editing eye to coach new and experienced writers to create and craft the story of their dreams. No matter your writing stage, editing needs, or publishing path, Kelsey will be your book buddy and help you cultivate the garden of your story.

Discover more of Kelsey’s story and editing services.

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Elk Lake Publishing Inc. (2016–2026): A Christian Company

Christian YA dystopian action adventure

YA fantasy mystery adventure (not yet published)

Christmastime women’s romance drama

See my work.

I’ve edited 10 titles across many genres.

Fiction

  • fantasy
  • novellas
  • young adult
  • children’s fiction
  • historical romance
  • contemporary romance
  • short stories/anthologies
  • inspirational/Christian fiction

Nonfiction

  • poems
  • articles
  • memoirs
  • blog posts
  • devotionals
  • Bible studies
  • Christian living

My Book Buddy reviews

“Kelsey always has great ideas. I really appreciate her detailed notes. She’s always so spot on and always goes above and beyond!”

Tori Higa, author of THE ESTHER CODE

 

“Kelsey is amazing and an expert at her craft. I’m so thankful for all her comments and helpful advice.”

Ross Hampton, author of RETURN OF THE DIRE WOLVES: BOOK 1

 

“I really appreciate her hard work on this! I really love what she’s done and the edits she’s suggested!”

Matthew Mayer, YA speculative fiction writer

 

“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 experience.”

Shayna Davison, freelance editor

 

“I’m so thankful for her thoughtful insight and helpful information to guide me through the editing process.”

Camden Nkembo, author of The Seven Deadly Assassins