The manuscript I sent Debra Ginsberg was lumpy and half formed, and without her guidance I seriously doubt the finished, shiny, fully baked book would be published. It was my first attempt at writing a novel--a great big fantasy epic--and I was petrified at what she might say. But she was kind and insightful without making the task of editing my book seem overwhelming. I always felt like she was on my side. I’m hugely grateful to have had her looking over my shoulder. -- Kim Alexander, author of THE SAND PRINCE
My first novel, CATACLYSM, wouldn't be half the book it is today if I hadn't sought Debra Ginsberg's editing services. The editing report she produced not only helped me technically, but also helped me see the plot, the characters, and the overall story arc through a seasoned set of eyes. As a result of her comments I made changes throughout that made the book a much stronger novel, one that has done well over the past year, earning back well above the amount I paid for her services and continuing to sell copies. Through it all Debra was a consummate professional. She exceeded every deadline we set, and went out of her way to help me make a goal that was important to me. She delivered everything she promised, and the telephone consultation proved extremely helpful and enlightening. All total--I highly recommend her editing services. -- Stephen H. King
I was very fortunate to work with Debra Ginsberg - a great editor who always tells you what is working first and who is a writer and baker to boot! I will always be grateful to her for liking my concept and for helping me to think it through. --Karen Tripson, author of THE COOKING CLASS IN KUALA LUMPUR
Debra came highly recommended to me by another author, so I sent her the lengthy first draft of my memoir which she patiently waded through. Her comments and suggestions radically changed the face of my manuscript. She encouraged me to adapt a more descriptive storytelling style rather than a direct telling of events, and she pushed me toward pouring more emotion onto the page, thus allowing me to draw the reader in. My book, now titled Facing Up to It, is much more compelling than it would have been without her input. I will definitely seek her editing services when I compose my next work. -- Dawn Shaw, speaker and author of FACING UP TO IT
Debra Ginsberg is “the perfect editor.” She has challenged me with her critiques and recommendations while surprising me with her unique insights into my stories. Debra pushed me to take my work to another dimension. I can’t imagine submitting a manuscript without the benefit of her expertise. She is great to work with and brings a passion and clear style to her work. -- E.J. Simon, author of Death Never Sleeps
I am grateful to Debra for guiding me during the early stages of my memoir writing. I was transforming the journal I kept during my year in Belize, Central America, into a memoir, and at the time, my knowledge of story structure, three dimensional characters, “show versus tell,” and dialogue, was limited. Debra pointed out how I could improve upon those areas, in her detailed report, and gracefully made me realize my strengths and weaknesses. She encouraged me to continue working on my memoir, and gave me several ideas on how I could transform my journal into a powerful memoir. I am grateful to have worked with Debra on my manuscript which is now published. --Sonia Marsh, author of FREEWAYS TO FLIP-FLOPS: A FAMILY'S YEAR OF GUTSY LIVING ON A TROPICAL ISLAND
I am very thankful for my first editor, Debra Ginsberg, whose direction led me to a story with a great beginning and a beautiful ending. —Nahid Sewell, author of THE RUBY TEAR CATCHER
A sentence, a phrase, a word has to ring true -- and Debra Ginsberg has perfect pitch. She's a first-rate writer, a crackerjack editor, and she'll bake till you beg her ... not to stop. -- Arthur Salm, author of ANYWAY*
Debra's feedback on my manuscript gave me the "breakthrough" I was looking for. Her thoughtful critique and editorial guidance provided the springboard that I needed to move my novel from the slush pile to the hands of my agent and, subsequently, my publisher. I'm grateful to have benefited from her experience, sensitivity, and vision, and I often credit her with getting me on the road to publication. -- Kiera Stewart author of FETCHING
Debra’s keen insight and strong loyalty to my novel were so appreciated after encountering numerous editors who wanted to turn my work into their work—she was able to take the story I had written to a whole new level, without trying to change its essence. I have no doubt that were it not for her impeccable fine-tuning, her equal attention to issues large and small, her command of the language, and her ability to communicate to me what needed to be done, my novel would never have found its way to where it is now: due out in spring 2006, in hardcover—truly a dream come true; and a dream that would still be nothing more than an almost-good-enough manuscript had I not found Debra and her amazing ability to point me toward the diamond in my lump of coal and show me how to make it shine. -- Wendy Blackburn, author of BEACHGLASS: A NOVEL