From manuscript to market, we help people publish. Blank Slate Communications is an award-winning editorial and design team led by Kristy Blank Makansi. As a family-owned company, we provide high-quality, approachable and affordable author services for first-time novelists and experienced authors alike. We understand that being a writer is a multifaceted endeavor. It isn’t just about toiling away in your basement; it's also about creating an online presence, understanding your publishing options, and working with people you can trust to create your best work. We offer services to both fiction and non-fiction authors as well as artists, photographers, and small businesses. If you have a vision, we can help you bring it to life.