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Testimonials from Clients and Employers
“Mia joined my Creative Services team at Wind River as an editor during a time when we had many irons in the fire; each of these came with a small mountain of content to develop. Mia defined for me what an editor ought to be and do. Line editing every asset our team produced regardless of complexity, assimilating knowledge on diverse topic areas, even serving as de facto QA for our web assets. An out-and-out editorial assassin.” — Mychal McCabe, Vice President of Corporate Marketing, Wind River “Mia Lipman served as a freelance copyeditor for Executive Travel magazine. Her work over more than eight years—as copyeditor, line editor, and proofreader—was impeccable. But soft skills are often just as valuable as technical expertise, and that was especially true for Mia. She provided fast turnaround, was easy to work with, and demonstrated commitment to the company. I’d hire her again in a nanosecond.” — Nancy Branka, Former Managing Editor, Executive Travel “After the publication of Canteen’s first issue, I received several long emails from our authors saying what a joy it was to be edited by Mia. Seven years later, I’ve long since stopped counting how many similar emails have come my way—from first-time authors to New York Times bestsellers. Canteen wouldn't be half the magazine it is without Mia’s editorial leadership. From acquiring and shaping pieces to proofing final pages to organizing fundraisers and readings, she has given her all to every aspect of building Canteen.” — Stephen Pierson, Former Director, Canteen Arts “Mia Lipman made me and many others look good with her editing and all-purpose leadership during her time on San Francisco magazine's staff. She is a fast, confident, and very effective editor and copyeditor. What’s more, as an idea person she proved fearless as she suggested content and also ways to upgrade the magazine, website, and production process. We miss her energy, commitment, and talent.” — Bruce Kelley, Former Editor-in-Chief, San Francisco "Mia was a digital marketer on my team, and I was always impressed with her intellectual horsepower, project management skills, and editorial eye. She managed the digital marketing for several large publishing projects, including the launch of a fan fiction website on Amazon.com, and worked effectively with technical PMs, senior management, developers, and design." — Ben Moebius, Senior Marketing Manager, Amazon |
Notes from Happy Authors
(Excerpted with permission) “They say that no one ever reads your book as carefully as you do, but I think you’ve proved that saying wrong! These edits make the difference between a work that sings and one that falls flat. I feel enormously lucky that this novel has been the beneficiary of your excellent ears.” — Elizabeth Percer, author of All Stories Are Love Stories and An Uncommon Education “This looks fabulous! I love all your edits. Thank you so much for your thoughtful and incisive work. This is truly the kind of editing experience a writer hopes for.” — Rachel Howard, author of The Lost Night “You did a lovely job of editing my piece. Virtually no changes.” — Joyce Maynard, author of 15 books, including After Her and At Home in the World “Bless you. I just looked at your edits. Am verklempt, thrilled, comforted, and so very grateful. I feel as though I’m in safe and expert editorial hands. Thanks for making me look good.” — Malerie Willens, contributor to Open City and The Best American Nonrequired Reading “Your edits are spot on. Wish I had you at my shoulder every morning I write.” — Brian McGuigan, contributor to The Stranger, Salon, The Rumpus, Gawker, and ParentMap “Thank you so much. This is the most detailed copyediting I’ve ever seen. I especially appreciate the notations in the style sheet.” — Michael Mazza, author of That Crazy Perfect Someday "Thanks so much for everything. I am awed by the thorough work you have done. No wonder Ellen Sussman says that you are the best in the business. Brava!" — Myra Strober, Stanford University professor and author of Unlocking the Door |