Elevated Prose
From Writer to Author – Finish Your Manuscript With Confidence and Clarity
Book Coaching and Editorial Services for Writers at Any Stage
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At Elevated Prose, I help insightful writers overcome self-doubt, find their authentic voice, clarify their creative vision, and bring structure to their drafts—so they can finally finish their manuscripts and embark on their publishing journey with purpose. Whether you’re starting fresh or stuck in the middle, my coaching and editing services are designed to support driven authors who are ready to do the work, trust the process, and share meaningful narratives with the world.
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SERVICES
I offer book coaching, developmental and line editing, query and/or synopsis drafting assistance or feedback, and hybrid packages to support writers at every stage of the journey. Whether you're developing an idea or polishing a final draft, you'll find guidance tailored to your goals and writing style.
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ABOUT ME
I'm a book coach, editor, and published author with over 20 years of experience in both technical and creative writing. Throughout my career, I’ve helped more than 120 authors complete and publish their books—many of them debut authors and many working on multi-book series. I know firsthand the challenges of writing a book, because I’ve faced them myself.​
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"Working with Heather Preis is like handing your manuscript to a brilliant literary fairy godmother minus the wand, but with way better email etiquette. She's a joy to collaborate with: light in tone, sharp in insight, and always, always responsive. Heather doesn’t just spot plot holes and comma catastrophes, she dives into the heart of the story and emerges holding priceless gems you didn’t know were buried there.
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She’s pushed me (gently, like a kindly editorial sherpa) to stretch my imagination, rethink tired phrases, and discover new ways to reveal my characters, sometimes making me laugh, and often making me say, “Oof. Okay. She’s right.”
Whether I’m spiraling about a trilogy-wide arc or stuck on how many times a character can raise a sardonic eyebrow per chapter, Heather is there to talk it through. She’s not just an editor, she's a co-conspirator in craft, and a fabulous one at that.
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Hire her, trust her, and prepare to be amazed at how much better your writing
can get."
Charlotte Zang,
author of the Lost Grove series and many more
"Working with Heather has been an absolute game-changer. After working with her on more than six books, she’s not only fine-tuned my finished manuscripts with exceptional attention to detail but she’s also done so in a way that has taught me to be a better writer. Her keen eye and insightful feedback have consistently elevated my work, and I am deeply grateful for her guidance. I can't recommend her enough!"
Christine Roberts,
author of Heathen Brotherhood series and many more
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QUESTIONS?
Do you have a burning editorial question you just are dying to ask? Or want to settle a debate with your coworker? Ask me! Send in your question, and I'd love to respond.