About me
Kelsea Johnson is a visionary publishing executive and advocate for marginalized voices who founded Stirred Stories in 2020 with the mission of transforming traditional publishing industry standards. As founder and leader of this mission-driven, people-focused publishing company, she has positioned Stirred Stories as a powerful alternative to conventional publishing practices that have historically excluded diverse perspectives.
Under Johnson's leadership, Stirred Stories prioritizes authors from marginalized backgrounds, deliberately challenging the industry's traditional gatekeeping mechanisms that have limited whose stories get told and amplified. Her approach to publishing reflects a commitment to equity and representation that extends beyond symbolic inclusion to create sustainable pathways for underrepresented writers to reach broader audiences.
Johnson's work addresses a critical gap in the literary landscape by recognizing that "the same stories have repeatedly been told" and actively working to "stir that up" through intentional curation and promotion of diverse narratives. Through Stirred Stories, she has created a platform where marginalized authors can maintain creative control while accessing professional publishing resources and marketing support.
Her innovative approach to publishing demonstrates how business models can be restructured to serve social justice goals without compromising professional standards or commercial viability. Johnson's leadership in the publishing industry reflects her broader commitment to using storytelling as a tool for social change, community building, and cultural transformation.
The same stories have repeatedly been told. We’re here to stir that up. Founded in 2020, Stirred Stories is a mission-driven, people-focused publishing company that is shifting industry standards for the better. By prioritizing authors from marginalized backgrounds, Stirred Stories offers an alternative to how things are traditionally done in publishing.
