Here are a few links to recommended professionals—for editing, illustration, and publication coaching.
STACEY SMEKOFSKE: EDITING/PUBLISHING COACH
With more than three decades of experience in literature and business, Stacey Smekofske runs an editing and publishing company that helps authors go from Print to Pro. As a full-service editing and publishing service, her team of professionals works with various genres. Stacey has helped hundreds of new and experienced writers improve their writing and adopt an author business mindset; many have earned places on best-seller lists and received accredited book awards. Her high energy and proven system help authors from varied backgrounds, including a US Olympic coach, a senator, and a WWE wrestler. She presents at conferences and author events, including the San Diego Comic-Con. Print to Pro is an author-focused company that serves authors like you; let them help you achieve your publishing goals.
Website: https://editsbystacey.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/editsbystacey/
RICHARD HOIT: ILLUSTRATION: CHILDRENS
Based in New Zealand, Richard Hoit has been illustrating children’s books for over twenty years. Studying art and art history, he has had a passion for drawing and painting his whole life. Today he illustrates children’s books with different publishers around the globe and has his work published worldwide. From whimsical to moody and humorous, he can confidently interpret scripts and make them come alive.
Website: https://richardhoit.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhoitillustrator
BRAD FRAUNFELTER: ILLUSTRATION: FANTASY/SCI-FI
Brad Fraunfelter has a steady flow of fantasy book cover photography and illustration work and has had several pieces published in “Imagine FX” magazine, “Advanced Photoshop” Magazine and several how-to books including as “Fantasy Art Now” by Ilex Press. Brad uses the techniques of all three areas of his expertise (painting, photography, and retouching) in the execution of his amazing artwork.
Website: http://www.bfillustration.com/index.html
TAMI BOYCE: ILLUSTRATION: CHILDRENS/WHIMSICAL
Tami Boyce specializes in custom, whimsical illustrations, but also loves making clean and professional print designs. From gig posters to book covers…funny t-shirts to pet memorials…she is happy to create the design that works for you or your business.
Website: https://tamiboyce.com/