THE STORY ENGINEER

TAKING THE PAIN OUT OF PUBLISHING


Hi! I’m Candice Bellows, the Story Engineer. I help serious independent authors write, edit, and self-publish career-building books.

I’ve worked in publishing since my junior year of college. I’ve edited everything from academic-journal articles to fantasy novels to guides for parents and teachers of young children. Most of my experience is in nonfiction, but fiction is my true love.

Along with being an editor, I’m a writer. I self-published my first book, The Year-Round Pillow Cover, in June 2020. I also contributed the chapter “Editing” to Indie Writing Wisdom (December 2020).

Check out the sections below to see how I can help you create the book of your dreams!


MY SERVICES
What can I do for you today?

If you need some quick writing, editing, or publishing advice, start here.

If you need help with your writing over a period of one month or more, start here.

If you have a (nearly) finished manuscript that needs some polish, start here.


If you have a finished, edited manuscript and aren't sure what to do next, start here.

If you want to sharpen your skills, start here.

Can't find an answer to your question? Check here.