“My book, One Simple Idea, reached #1 in three Amazon categories, was in the top 20 of all books sold on Amazon, and received over 50 five-star reviews within a few weeks of its release. This never would have happened and the book would not have been selling so well without the great work of Colleen Sell, my ghostwriter/collaborator. She was able to make my content easy to read, and on top of that, she found my voice. Even though we were on a tight deadline, Colleen was a pro and met all deadlines. She did an amazing job, and I can’t thank her enough. I look forward to collaborating with her on my next book.”
—Stephen Key: Inventor / Entrepreneur; www.inventright.com. Author, One Simple Idea: Turn Your Dream into a Licensing Goldmine (McGraw-Hill, Mar. 2011) and One Simple Idea for Startups & Entrepreneurs (McGraw-Hill, Nov. 2012).
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“Nobody knows more about editing and is more proficient. She is fast and makes her deadlines. She’s a talented writer, a real pro, and also a warm, loving. human being. What more can you ask for? Okay, yes, she makes a mean veggie lasagna as well.”
—Richard Krevolin, Ph.D.: Playwright / writing professor / president, Power Story Consulting. Author, Screenwriting from the Soul, How to Adapt Anything into a Screenplay, Be the Hero of Your Story.
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“Colleen’s Sell’s work strikes the perfect balance between creative and saleable. Her attention to detail is matched only by her knowledge of the publishing process, and she is the only writer and editor I know who never misses a deadline. It’s rare that I have the opportunity to work with someone with such a knack for both creative writing and the editing/proofreading process. In the 5+ years I’ve known Colleen, I’ve continually found her to be one of the most responsive authors I’ve ever worked with.”
—Meredith O’Hayre: Acquisitions / project editor, Adams Media
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“Colleen is a joy to work with—diligent, conscientious, and very good at what she does. It takes a sensitive and patient personality as well as a gifted Comfort editor to work well with the many contributors it takes to build a successful anthology series like Cup of . And Colleen’s got it all.”
—Kate Epstein: Principal, The Epstein Literary Agency; former associate editor, Adams Media
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“Without a moment’s hesitation, I would recommend Colleen Sell’s editing and writing services. I’ve personally known her work to be of the highest quality even under the tightest of deadlines. Whether she’s writing an original piece for publication or working to help an author improve upon his or her masterpiece, Colleen approaches each project with the kind of graceful professionalism that comes with diverce experience and deep knowledge of the English language and all its nuaces.”
—Kim Welsh: Former associate publisher, Aster Publishing (Biblio & Mercator’s World magazines)
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“Colleen Sell has provided superior articles for four of our magazines: Erosion Control, Grading & Excavation Contractor, MSW Management, and Water Efficiency. In every case, Colleen delivered more that what I had asked of her . . . and on time, as well. If you have any question as to Colleen’s ability to deal with diverse and specialized subjects in a professional yet entertaining way, please go to our website, where examples of her work for us reside.”
—John Trotti: Group editor, Forrester Media
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“From projects simple in design to others with a more complex flair, Colleen Sell weaves the words to match the scope and depth of the project. If you’re looking for a unique spin on a well-established service, or an innovative way to sing the praises of a new product, or a reliable source for content that “sings and sells” . . . you’ve found it. Colleen Sell really is the wordsinger . . . true artistry and saavy with words.”
—Jean McClymonds:President, Just Marketing; former director of marketing, Skyway Freight Systems
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“I hired Colleen Sell as a tech writer for The Paradigm Group. Her talent was so obvious, both as a writer and as an asset to the company generally, that I could not deny myself, the company, and our clients the opportunity to work with her. Colleen is a terrific writer and editor. She thinks on her feet. She’s dedicated. She’s a hawk for quality. And she’s fun to work with. Hire her. You’ll be glad you did.”
—Jeffry Fawcett, Ph.D.: Co-author, Too Much Medicine, Not Enough Health; principal, Your Own Health and Fitness; former director of product development, The Paradigm Group
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“I always enjoy working with you and am stunned by your generous spirit with regard to my work. I am grateful for the help you’ve given me along this path of words, wisdom, and beauty.”
—Cassie Premo Steele, Ph.D.: Author, poet, creativity coach, Cup of Comfort contributing author
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“It has been a wonderful and an eye-opening experience working with you. Your eyes are as sharp as glass! Writing is my dream, and I have always been too fearful to pursue it because I don’t know the process of how to go about submitting and working with an editor. You have eased these concerns with your gracious and welcoming attitude towards your work and the work of the writers you edit. Thank you.”
—Holly Rutchik: Cup of Comfort contributor author
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“I received my advance copy of A Cup of Comfort for Sisters a few days ago and have been savoring it ever since. I’m so honored to be included among women of such talent. Your endless hours of hard work certainly show. We are all so fortunate to have had you as our editor, to join our disparate voices into music of such beauty.”
—Laura Distelheim: Cup of Comfort contributing author
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“A Cup of Comfort for Women and Cup of Comfort Cookbook are lovely books, and I am proud to be part of the series. Congratulations on a beautiful editing job. My appreciation goes out to you for your skill and your advocacy for writers.”
—Marsha McGregor:Cup of Comfort contributing author
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“A quick note of thanks for your good editing, which made it possible for the Merkel story to be included in A Cup of Comfort for Friends. As a newspaper reporter venturing into freelance wrok, I’m learning little by little how to write in more of a prose fashion that is suitable for outside of the newspaper. My thanks for your encouragement and guidance. It will help fuel me along on days when I get discouraged.”
—Maureen Hayden: Newspaper reporter; Cup of Comfort contributing author
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“I’m sitting here at the computer, a seasoned professional writer, nose running and tears dripping off my chin. I have just finished reading the stories on the Cup of Comfort website and now know exactly why mine weren’t right for this collection: They weren’t emotionally evocative at all, especially compared with, say, Edie’s elegant and timely story, which I read first and is the case of all this blubbering. Bless you on your selections; you truly do know what you’re doing. And now that I know better what you want, by golly, I think I just might have a little something to offer. It’s a sure thing these 50 writers do—thanks to you.”
—Marjorie Rummel: Writer / journalist; Cup of Comfort contributor
[Marjorie's essay, "The Long Last Wave Goodbye," which she wrote a few months after sending me this note, is as emotionally evocative and beautifully written as any literary nonfiction I've come across . . . and I was thrilled to include it in A Cup of Comfort for Inspiration, by Colleen Sell (editor), 2003, Adams Media.]
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“I do think that the Cup of Comfort series is kind of the Colleen Sell series. It is about the kind of person you are and your vision for the world and how to make it a better place. The others in the mix are peripheral to the essence of these anthologies.”
—Debbi Klopman: Attorney, writer, Cup of Comfort contributing author
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“The most prolific year in [U.S.] magazine history saw 933 new titles launched from coast to coast … I’ve highlighted 24 new magazines, notable not necessarily for excellence, but for making an impact or for being very innovative or unusual … [Number] 3. Biblio is a first-rate magazine for book collectors and book lovers … that’s well-designed, substantive, and consistent.”
—Samir Husni, “Magazines Move Millions, One Mind at a Time: A Look at What’s New. A journalism professor and noted industry analyst picks some of the most notable ones,” The New York Times, October 20, 1997
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