What My Clients Say
Testimonials
Apart from her high levels of professionalism, timeliness, and support, Sheryl is a word
magician! She carved out unnecessary words such that the structure of the plot was
more grippingly evident, the narrative flowed more easily and the characters came alive
on the page. I strongly recommend Sheryl as an exceptional editor!!
Margaret Joyce, author
The Casino Caper
Sheryl is a top-notch editor and publications manager who gets things done. She is highly dependable, self motivated and can lead the management of publications from budgeting to production. She is consistent, even tempered and keeps a level head in the midst of tight deadlines and corporate politics. She knows what it takes to succeed and she does everything in her power to make sure success happens.
Kyle Brogdon
Director of Marketing and Communications, HighPoint Health Systems
Sheryl is such a sweet person. I truly felt like she cared about my book as if it was her
own. She had awesome suggestions and did a phenomenal editing job. I can’t wait to
finish my second book so I can work with her again.
Sheri Lankford, author
Put a Smile on My Faith
In my career I have had the privilege to work with many hardworking, talented creative people. Sheryl is one of the best of the best. She is the consummate professional. Supportive and collaborative, she always encourages the teams she is managing to pursue a story to its fullest potential. In an age of multi-platform storytelling, she is skilled at adapting all aspects of a story to communicate most effectively and efficiently on those varied platforms. Sheryl is one of those unique individuals who brings great technical skill, superior management skills and deep insight to all projects and people she works with.
Mark Sandlin
Principal, Mark Sandlin Photo
Put simply, Sheryl makes writers better. She is among the finest editors with whom I’ve served during my sixteen years as a journalist. In addition to her mastery of AP style, Sheryl’s greatest strength as an editor is her natural gift for storytelling. She knows how to connect with an audience, and uses her keen eye for content, flow and clarity to transform a writer’s draft into a compelling story that engages readers and moves them to action. Sheryl edits without changing the writer’s voice, knows where and when to make cuts, and won’t ever allow a buried lead. She sees missed potential in good stories and knows how to resurrect bad ones. Besides making my copy better, Sheryl has helped me grow as a writer, storyteller, and communications professional. She pushes me to avoid mediocrity, and makes time to provide valuable coaching.
Mike Schueler
Director of Marketing and Communications, The Baptist Foundation of Oklahoma
Sheryl is a consummate professional. She has a tremendous eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to excellence in all that she does. She perseveres -- willing to do whatever it takes to ensure that a job is done well. In her heart of hearts, Sheryl is a master storyteller. She tells stories -- and helps others tell stories -- that effect true change in the world. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and she is a joy to work with. She brings true value to those fortunate enough to work with her.
Margaret Dempsey-Colson
Executive Director, Baptist Communicators Association
Sheryl and I served together as co-laborers with the International Mission Board for over 10 years. So, when I began my full-time career as an author of biblical fiction, I knew she was the editor to whom I needed to turn. I already knew about her strengths of professionalism, responsiveness, timeliness and ease to work with. Now as an author, she has not only helped me avoid grammatical and typographical landmines, she has helped me become a much better writer. My books have primarily been directed toward an adult readership, but recently I completed a book for children (ages 8 and up). Her skills have helped me to better communicate with both audiences. Suffice it to say, I recommend her highly!
Sheryl was everything I had hoped for in an editor. Someone who cared about my story.
Someone who was very communicative about when she was getting certain chapters
done between other work. And someone who went above and beyond correcting my
grammar and common errors and then explained her changes. She turned a messy
manuscript into something I can be proud to publish. If I ever have more work in the
future, I know she would be the first I would turn to. I couldn't recommend her enough;
she truly is amazing!
Kat Mitropoulos, author
The Problem with Mortals