Liz Kazandzhy:
Latter-day Saint Author

Discover content that edifies, inspires, and uplifts.

Accessible. Applicable. Doctrine.

Liz’s books are all about presenting gospel doctrine in a way that’s easy to digest, focusing on its real-life implications. If you’re looking for a spiritual pick-me-up, check out these books that have helped hundreds of people to better understand and live the gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Holy Ghost from A to Z

It’s time to “unwrap” the gift of the Holy Ghost! Discover 26 ways the Spirit can bless your life.

The Holy Ghost from A to Z for Kids

This kid-friendly companion to The Holy Ghost from A to Z is a fun way to help children understand how the Spirit can work in their lives.

Ask, Seek, Find

A collection of 1,000 open-ended, thought-provoking questions to help you get the most out of your Book of Mormon study.

Editor

In addition to being an author, Liz is also a top-rated editor. She has done work for Cedar Fort Publishing & Media, Penguin Random House, and dozens of other clients around the world, editing over 3 million words so far.

If you’re an author interested in hiring an editor, click the button below to learn more about her services.

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Editing Coach

Having experienced significant success in her own editing career, Liz is now branching out as an editing coach to help other editors with their careers.

In 2023, she presented at a publishing conference on the topic “Ten Time-Saving Tips for Editors: How to Maximize Productivity without Minimizing Quality,” which was the highest-rated of 50+ sessions in the conference. In 2024, she will be presenting a four-hour workshop on the topic “How to Thrive as a Freelance Editor: Strategies for Efficiency, Project Management, and Attracting Clients.”

If you’re an editor looking to begin or boost your editing career, check out the following two guides.

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Meet the Author

Liz Kazandzhy (kah-zahn-JEE) graduated from BYU at the top of her class with a degree in Human Development. When people asked her what she would do with that degree, she always replied, “Develop humans, of course!” and she’s been doing that ever since. In her writing, editing, parenting, and other pursuits, her ultimate goal is to help others develop into their best selves.

Professionally, Liz has worked as a book reviewer for Kirkus Media and as a top-rated freelance editor, specializing in nonfiction genres such as self-help and religion. But as much as she loves reviewing and editing books, her real passion is writing them. She also enjoyed hosting the podcast Latter-day Saint Book Nook.

As for her personal life, Liz grew up in Fort Collins, CO, and served a mission in Kyiv, Ukraine. She plays several instruments, trained guide dogs for the blind for 10 years, and enjoys web development as a hobby. She and her husband Vlad currently live in Utah with their three daughters.

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Blog

Liz’s writing isn’t just limited to her books! Browse her blog to discover insights from her life that might help you in yours.

Let There Be Light

I found this song the other day after not thinking about it for years. Unlike most of my songs, the words to this were written by someone else, and I[…]

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A Place of Patient Waiting

This is a picture of my laundry room. Clean. Uncluttered. Pristine. … Not at all what it’s been like for the last several months. I think we all have that[…]

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Seeking Diligently (1 Nephi 10:19)

Hi, friends! This year, I’m starting something new: posts in which I ask and answer gospel questions that go along with “Come, Follow Me” Book of Mormon curriculum. All these[…]

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Other Resources

Check out some other uplifting resources that may be of interest to you.

Latter-day Saint Book Nook Podcast

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Liz Kazandzhy’s YouTube Channel

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Random Scripture Generator Website

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Latter-day Readers Facebook Group

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