Who We Are
Transcendent Publishing is an award-winning, author-focused company voted the #1 Self-Publishing Company in the United States 2025.
And we don’t take that lightly. We believe every book deserves the same level of excellence, strategy, and design quality as those produced by traditional publishers—without authors having to sacrifice creative control, rights, or royalties.
Our experienced team of editors, designers, and publishing professionals collaborates closely with each author to bring their vision to life through high-quality production, personalized support, and a strategic approach to launching their book into the world.
When you partner with Transcendent Publishing, you remain 100% self-published—retaining full rights and royalties—while benefiting from the guidance of a trusted industry leader committed to your long-term success and your book’s lasting impact.
I'm Shanda Trofe, the visionary behind Transcendent Publishing, and I'm thrilled to guide you on your journey to success. As both a bestselling author and a seasoned entrepreneur, I've dedicated myself to helping individuals like you transform their messages into high-quality books.
My passion lies in empowering authors, coaches, thought leaders, and innovators to not only share their message but also to leverage it into a sustainable empire. I firmly believe that the true wealth of an author transcends mere book sales—it resides in the ecosystem of products and services that blossom from their core message, with the book serving as the cornerstone.
From coaching programs to online courses, membership platforms to captivating speaking engagements, the possibilities are endless once your book is strategically published and launched to the world.
Becoming a published author is just the beginning of an exhilarating journey toward credibility and client conversion. By aligning your book with your long-term objectives, you'll not only establish yourself as an authority in your field but also attract a loyal following eager to invest in your expertise.
My mission is clear: to equip authors with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate the complexities of authorship and emerge as trailblazers in their industries. Together, we'll lay the foundation for your enduring success in the ever-evolving landscape of self-publishing and authorship.
SHANDA TROFE
BIO FOR SHANDA TROFE
CEO of Transcendent Publishing | USA Today & Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author | Book Coach and Publishing Consultant
Since 2012, Shanda Trofe has dedicated her career to helping aspiring authors transform their ideas into beautifully published, bestselling books—from the first spark of an idea to a polished, published release. With over 800 #1 bestselling book launches under her award-winning company, Transcendent Publishing, she’s recognized as one of the leading experts in the world of self-publishing and author branding.
As both a coach and publishing consultant, Shanda is known for her heart-centered yet strategic approach, empowering authors, coaches, and thought leaders to create books that not only inspire readers but also build long-term success. Through her courses, coaching programs, and signature publishing packages, she guides authors through every step of the writing and publishing journey with professionalism, care, and expertise.
Shanda holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Creative Writing, and is presently pursuing her Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Popular Fiction from Seton Hill University in Greensburg, Pennsylvania.
Among her bestselling non-fiction works are titles such as Self-Publishing Success and Authorpreneur, along with over a dozen co-authored books, notably the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller, All In. Shanda resides in St. Petersburg, Florida with her husband and their pack of dachshunds.
