Here are some testimonials from previous clients:

"I wanted to convey my heartfelt thanks for editing my YA novel, Personal Demons. Your suggestions really helped shape it into what it is, and it sold last month at auction to Tor/Macmillan in a three-book deal. I am quite certain that I never would have found an agent, never mind an editor, without all your help." 

-Lisa Desrochers, author of Personal Demons to be published by Tor/Macmillan in September 2010.

"I feel like I’m in “college”. You’re making me focus in a way that’s new to me in regard to each chapter, to the protagonist. I can’t say it’s been missing in other books that I’ve written because I often write from first person POV.  But for a multiple POV book, this is essential."

 - Daryl Wood Gerber writing as Avery Aames, author of The Long Quiche Goodbye to be published by Berkley Prime Crime in July 2010 | http://www.averyaames.com

"This is Christmas come early! Your analysis is detailed excellence on a page...more actionable intelligence than a NSA report. "

-Andrea Mock, Writer, California

" Thank you so much for all you said and did this weekend. I could tell how much you read and thought about the story by your questions and penetrating suggestions. I came away feeling that you really understand what it is I want to accomplish in writing this story and that you can help me make sure I get that on the page."

-Vikk Simmons, author of Divided Loyalties and other upcoming works of fiction

 

"Thank you again for your very helpful editorial work on This Cage of Bones. I found our phone consult particularly rewarding, not only for your perceptive suggestions but also what was clarified for me. I am now looking forward to strengthening my story further."

- Pam Barnsley, Writer, Canada, Shortlisted for the Crime Writers of Canada Best Unpublished Novel 2009

 

“Writers have no better friend than Lisa Rector when it comes to learning the craft of this sometimes-elusive art.  Not only does Lisa understand the journey all would-be authors make, her years of teaching and freelance editing have made her the quintessential writing industry insider.”
– Elaura Niles, Author, Some Writers Deserve to Starve

“Lisa immediately saw what was wrong in Book IV that I didn’t want to see.  She helped make the product something I’m proud of.”
– Gary Alan Wassner, Author, Gemquest Series

“During three days of one-on-one Story Drafting and Development Lisa helped me let go of the many stories I thought I should write, and trust the one story already rooting itself in my heart. She saved me months- maybe years- of writing. What excites me most is that after a year of writing other books for which I was contracted, I can now pick up the notes of our sessions together and feel just as motivated as I did when we were brainstorming about it.  I now have the novel I've always wanted to write.”
-Anne de Graaf, award-winning author with more than 5 million books sold worldwide, in more than 50 languages.

“I feel I've attended a writer's course after scanning all of your remarks. Everything you suggested rang true to my inner author. I am now eagerly scouring my manuscript to include and omit necessary changes.”
– Daryl Sedore, Writer, Ontario

“Once again, you hit the nail on the head.  You identified where the story "actually" was and helped to identify the Voice. Thanks to your insight, your patience, and commitment, it's brought me closer to a good beginning.”
- Pat Tretout, Writer, Florida

“Lisa's mentoring brought about higher standards and two publishings. She led us to the story and encouraged us to spin our magic.”
– Marilyn McIlvena Sergi: Past President Langley Writers Guild, Canada

“I recently attended a week -long intensive workshop where Lisa Rector was one of the editors-in-residence. Her advice and skill far transcended my expectation. Because of Lisa's insight, my novel has gained new ground. Thank you Lisa, for your wisdom and encouragement.”
- Pamela King Cable, Author, Southern Fried Women

“Having worked with independent editors before, I was surprised at the level of 
individual attention and insight I received from Lisa. Her ability to see what lay 
in store for my characters and strengthen my story is unlike anything else out there.”
- Ellen Brown, Children’s Author

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