Megan Halsey, The Good Girl Book (proposal)

Joanne was great to work with! She explained her process and editing steps clearly. She got back to me quickly when I had questions or new ideas. Joanne's helping hand guided me toward the finishing touches my project really needed. I have a product I feel confident about after doubts while working on the project alone.

Rosalyn Kahn, Random Acts of Kindness Are Changing the World

I came to Joanne after a laundry list of other editors who just didn’t meet my requirements. Working with Joanne is working with a partner as part of your team. She will give you a leash to do your best, and then pull back the reins when things go off path. I always steered away from writing as the constant need to rewrite and revise was an arduous process. Joanne helped me through the difficulties till we were able to create a piece that not only fit the bill but was also something I could be proud of. I especially appreciated her insight in helping me arrive at the book cover and the contents that would grasp the reader and draw them in. If you want a true professional to help you fine-tune your craft, Joanne is the one you should choose.

Jeffrey Bruno, PhD, Eat Light & Feel Bright

I highly recommend Joanne Shwed’s professional book design and publishing support services. She offers professional quality support to get your book published. I didn’t know what I didn’t know about publishing my first book until Joanne helped with my final formatting. She took my manuscript and turned it into a beautiful book. I only wish I had involved Joanne at the very start of my project. She would have saved me many hours of reformatting that was sorely needed.

Diane Grossman, Almost a Century of Memories By a Country Boy

I know Ms. Shwed was very busy, but she made me feel like I was her most important client. I appreciated her efficiency, patience and respect for the work, hence a guiding light to the end.

Beverly Williams, Get the Job • Done √

Joanne Shwed is a consummate  professional in a world where people routinely overcommit and under- or fail to deliver. After several disappointing experiences with other vendors, I had the good fortune to find Joanne, who immediately made me feel that I was in expert hands. Quite simply, thankfully I was. Joanne designed the interior of the book, edited some of the sections and  coordinated publication of both the print and ebook versions. I can honestly say that, without Joanne’s guidance, experience, and expertise, my book would not be the book that I’m so proud to have authored.

Michael Whatmore, “Getting People on the Same Page—Tuning Your Listening to Increase Enrollment” (and other articles)

I want to acknowledge you and thank you for your word-smithing. Your rephrasing, deletions and additions are very useful. My articles look better all the time!

Maureen Richardson, CFP, Til Money Do Us Part ... Financial Planning for Couples

Joanne helped me create a book even I want to buy and read! Joanne provided insight and ideas to make information flow like a silk thread through a tapestry and ideas jump off the page for readers. When a writer is close to the subject matter it is hard to be objective. Joanne provided that objectivity and helped create a book I am proud of and never have to doubt if it could’ve been better. I am grateful for Joanne’s unique ability to edit and enhance a manuscript. 

Katherine Ingram, M.A., Washing the Bones, A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Transformation

I found Joanne through a friend and fellow author who sent me to her with glowing recommendations. Joanne was flexible, knowledgeable, and willing to offer her advice and expertise while simultaneously respecting my desires and voice as an author. She is extremely fast, very thorough, and pleasant to work with. She made this editing business seem easy!