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Greetings,

My name is Stephanie Chandler and I am the founder of Pro Publishing Services. I am a cliché as writers go since I have been obsessed with the written word for as long as I can remember. I carried a notebook around as a kid and took extra English and writing classes as electives in school (I missed out on fun classes like art and home economics which probably explains why I'm a terrible cook!). I landed my first publication credit in the third grade (a poem) and I was instantly hooked on the wonders of writing.

My work history could be a book in itself. I spent eleven years in the Silicon Valley, beginning with telephone technical support. That job was about as fun as getting a tooth extracted. Next, I worked as a technical instructor and course developer for a software company. That was my favorite job of all in corporate America! I got to travel all over the world teaching classes and developed numerous training manuals and presentations. It was fun and creative but the travel eventually wore me out and I decided to move on.

I spent the final four years in the Silicon Valley selling software--lots of it! I had a $4 million quota and developed an ulcer before my 30th birthday. That's when I knew it was time for a complete lifestyle change.

Starting Over

In 2003, I kissed off corporate America and opened Book Lovers Bookstore in Sacramento, California. My plan was to turn the bookstore into a passive income business so I could focus on freelance writing. But in the process of leaving my job, a surprising number of people said to me, "I wish I had the courage to do what you did." That's when I discovered a new passion: helping others realize that there could be life after corporate America.

In response, I launched BusinessInfoGuide.com, a directory of resources for entrepreneurs. In 2005, I released my first book: The Business Startup Checklist and Planning Guide: Seize Your Entrepreneurial Dreams! Foreword magazine selected it as a Book of the Year award winner, and I am truly grateful for the recognition.

My freelance writing efforts fell in line with my journey and I have since developed a reputation as a small business expert. Over the years I have written articles for dozens of print and online publications including Entrepreneur magazine, Home Business Magazine, Prosper, and many more. Who knew that I would fall in love with all-things-small-business? I'm having a blast!

My second book, From Entrepreneur to Infopreneur: Make Money with Books, eBooks and Information Products (John Wiley & Sons) was released in December 2006. Thanks to the book, I often speak at business events and on the radio.

My third book, The Author's Guide to Building an Online Platform: Leveraging the Internet to Sell More Books (Quill Driver Press) will be released in May 2008. I won't reveal the details yet, but I do have a fourth book in the works that I am very excited about!

The People Behind Pro Publishing Services

Though I have been writing professionally since 2003, Pro Publishing Services became an official business in January 2007. The business immediately took off like a rocket and I have been building a team of top notch contractors to help manage the workload.

My team includes two virtual assistants and numerous writers with a wide variety of specialties. I only work with THE BEST WRITERS who have a solid track record. Whether or not I personally work on a project, every single project passes through me for approval.

We also have relationships with many business owners whose services compliment ours. We can coordinate services for you for any of the following business needs:

The Evolution of an Entrepreneur

In 2007, I made the decision to sell my bookstore. With so many activities to focus on, I wasn’t able to give it my full attention. I’m happy to say that the store lives on as a neighborhood favorite in Sacramento.

Today I am able to focus on continuing to grow Pro Publishing Services while also building my career as an author. I am passionate about small business and marketing and count my blessings often because I get to wake up every day and perform work that feeds my soul!

I appreciate this opportunity to share my life with you (and especially the fact that you read this far down my profile!). If you want to do business with a company that works with integrity and is committed to customer service, please give us a call.

Wishing you abundant joy and success,

Stephanie

Stephanie Chandler

Pro Publishing Services

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Stephanie Chandler has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Business Week, the Sacramento Bee, and the Los Angeles Times. She has also contributed to the following books:

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