Kind words from Al S. Mann

I would like to thank Sigrid Macdonald for editing my manuscript with the professionalism and dedication needed to bring the true message of this book to you, the reader. This spiritual message is unblemished by time and she made sure that it stayed that way. She is truly worth her salt and is highly recommended.

Al S. Mann, author of the soon-to-be released Shock and Awe on America

Working with Clients with Disabilities -- Judy Guralchuk Writes a Fabulous Book Despite Challenges

"When I first found Sigrid from a Google search, I was scared to send her my first attempt at writing, because it was from a woman that had a mental and physical handicap from having a stroke at birth. The book was wordy, and sometimes the intent was barely understandable.

"Sigrid took my manuscript under her wing, and performed magic. In a timely matter, she worked with me, shooting emails back and forth, asking if the revisions met with my approval, and exhibiting more patience and understanding than I'd ever seen before. She took a novice writer's attempt and made it into a polished interesting book, one that readers would not likely put down.

"She did an excellent job and I'd recommend her to others. There's not one thing that she could improve upon."

Judy Guralchuk, author of A Life Preserver in a Sea of Debt: How to acquire a new mindset to transition from overspending to permanent financial stability.

http://www.alifepreserverinaseaofdebt.com/

From the father of the Multitalented Stefan Bhagwandin

"It is a real pleasure working with Sigrid. I have found her editing to be error-free and reasonably priced. She meets promised timelines and is always very prompt in responding to questions.

"Additionally, Sigrid has a genuine interest in the manuscripts she edits and provides lots of "after editing" advice. I have benefited not only from Sigrid's editing, but also in the marketing aspect of the novel. I will definitely have Sigrid edit my next manuscript."

Danny Bhagwandin, father of Stefan Bhagwandin, author of The Ebon Pocket Watch

Gail Smith, author of The Cattle on a Thousand Hills

"As a person, Sigrid is reliable, honest, and a great communicator. She has edited for me a large devotional book, and many children's stories, and I have found her work to be error-free. She has valuable skills in this area, and I have been extremely pleased with her work.

"She has been one I could trust with my work, and have found her to be most reasonable in her pricing.

"Dare to put your work in her hands – you will never be disappointed."

Gail Smith

Praise from erotica author, Cinthia Racicot-Hamelin

"I am so happy to have contacted this editor. She did an exquisite job on polishing my erotica story. The words of my story just flow naturally and titillate my readers completely. Now my story has this professional glow that I have seen in many best seller novels. All thanks to Sigrid Macdonald. Thank you so much for helping my story to shine of all its might."

Cinthia Racicot-Hamelin
Author of The Girl in the Cage
http://www.writing.com:80/main/view_item/item_id/1272123

New review of D'Amour Road by the author of Equal Partners

What I liked about D’amour Road

I finally managed to find the time to read D’amour Road. The book is well written and carefully edited. But of course I would expect nothing less from Sigrid Macdonald. What I want to include here is the outstanding features. They are not listed in order of importance.

1. The story unfolds in Ottawa and surrounding areas. As an Ottawan, I found myself in a familiar environment. If you’re not from Ottawa, the book may tempt you to come and pay us a visit.

2. Without apologies, the author serves us a “slice of life.” It’s all there: addiction; unrequited love; greed; entrapment in an unsatisfactory job, marriage, etc.; confronting middle age and of course our own mortality; our obsession with looks and youth; and many other human flaws.

3. The book kept my attention from the first sentence to the last. I was tempted to peek at the last pages; good thing I didn’t. I would have missed out on a really surprising resolution.

4. Dialogues are never easy for a novelist. But Sigrid makes it look easy. The dialogues are vivid; the characters seem to be talking in my presence, like in a play.

5. The epilogue is unusual. It includes the “About This Book” as part of the book. It reminds us that reality and fiction are not clearly delineated. A clever device; I am sure the author won’t mind if she is imitated.

6. The novel opens a small window into the female mind through which males can peer! Other female writers have done that; but it was done quite effectively in this case.

7. The book does not mention it, but Evolutionary Psychology (E.P.) figures prominently here . E.P. deals with old instincts that we still carry from our primitive days. The woman who starts a relationship with a former prison inmate, or an abuser, is responding to an instinct as old as the world. In primitive times a woman chose the toughest male she could get. She had a better chance of surviving if her mate was as vicious as possible. Hers was a world inhabited by frightening beasts and even more dangerous humans. While not needed anymore, such an instinct is acted upon by some modern women. E.P. applies to men as well but in different ways.

Roland Ezri, author of Equal Partners
http://www.equalpartners.ca

What My Clients Have To Say

I'm an author, a book coach and a book editor. I also help people to publish their own books with print-on-demand companies and show them various methods of promoting their books online and off-line.

Here is a collection of comments that my former clients have made about my work. I learned something unique and important from every one of them.

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Robyn Demby -- Author of What the Storyteller Brings

"In my quest for an editor, I came across Sigrid Macdonald’s name and began familiarizing myself with her website. Intuition pulled me in her direction, and after working with her, I discovered that my instincts were right. Sigrid proved to be a vital component to my book, as she has this skill of applying her expertise and meticulous detail into my work without affecting my writing style. Her questions and suggestions gave me a chance to see my novel through the eyes of a professional, which was very important to me. After I saw the magic of Sigrid’s editing, I was very pleased and felt as if it was our book because she had worked with me. The outcome was a polished product that gave me the encouragement that I needed to move to the next level.

"Sigrid’s positive feedback provided me with the confidence that I needed, which is a crucial element because confidence ignites motivation, and motivation inspires the energy to keep that dream alive. Sigrid prompted me to move ahead when I had 'submission paranoia!'

"In addition to her knowledge and experience, she seems to have this amazing network of contacts from every facet of the writing business so that she is always updated on what her clients need to know. If you are a new author, or even an old author who has lost hope and decided to step back into the arena, she can provide you with guidance and answers to get you moving again in the right direction. I would recommend her to anyone because in addition to her diligence and thoroughness, her personality makes her a wonderful person to work with. I have lots more to say about Sigrid, but I guess I have to leave room for the other testimonials!

"Thank you Sigrid!"

Robyn Demby
Author of What the Storyteller Brings