Kelsey Erin Shipman is a writer, book collaborator, and educator working at the intersection of publishing, mentorship, and literary community. Represented by Transatlantic Agency for collaboration projects, she has worked across memoir, cookbooks, and narrative nonfiction as both an author and ghostwriter.

After navigating traditional publishing—from proposals and agents to submission, contracts, and career strategy—Kelsey co-founded Write Up with bestselling author Hannah Howard. Write Up supports first-time authors pursuing traditional publishing with industry insight, candid conversation, and sustained guidance through an often opaque process.

With more than seventeen years as an educator, Kelsey combines practical publishing expertise with a deep respect for the emotional realities of creative work. Her approach prioritizes clarity over hustle, generosity over gatekeeping, and long-term sustainability over quick wins.