Diane Lee Moomey, Place ...: the Heart of the Dragon

I first met Joanne Shwed shortly after I decided I want to make books. I had already set up my publishing company, and knew I needed guidance to make it real. A friend who knew of my passion, suggested I go hear the featured speaker at the next meeting of her local writers’ group. That speaker was Joanne; she talked about creating books, we spoke after the meeting, and she agreed to teach me the whole process. She has been wonderful: personable, professional, knowledgeable, and a good teacher. Not only did she edit, format, convert files magically into the proper PDF format and reveal the mysterious workings of all these things; she also introduced me to her favorite print-on-demand company and walked me through the set-up process, up to the actual placing of the orders. Her rates are reasonable, and she completes work in a timely manner. She taught me so well that I feel confident in producing the next book all by myself. I will return to her for editing, though—every book needs an extra pair of eyes for this, and hers are just the best.

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