Dear Clelia, I would like to thank you for the fine work you are doing on the new book! You certainly have the feel for it. For me it’s not only the ‘message’ that’s important, but the music as well. And yours is such a fine accompaniment…Your suggestions and reformulations are always for the better—I really appreciate working with you. My fondest thoughts, Philippe
Philippe Reiryu Coupey
Zen monk in the Soto line of Taisen Deshimaru, and spiritual referent for over thirty dojos and groups in France, Germany, and Switzerland.
Author of In the Belly of the Dragon, Zen: Simply Sitting: A Zen Monk’s Commentary on the Fukanzazengi, The Song of the Wind in the Dry Tree: Commentaries on Dogen’s Sansho Doei, and Zen and Karma: Teachings of Roshi Taisen Deshimaru
Clelia Lewis is an outstanding editor. A significant work I recently published was enhanced by her clarity, precision, and discernment. Clelia was respectful of my purpose for writing and of my intention even for sometimes idiosyncratic word choices. At the same time, when she thought I might possibly be off my own mark she did not hesitate to question me, which I appreciated. She was already very familiar with the subject area of my work, and still, on her own, occasionally researched less familiar specifics. I greatly enjoyed Clelia’s flexible, cheerful, thorough, and highly intelligent contribution to my book, and our warm and stimulating collaborative working relationship.
Barbara Du Bois, PhD, Author of Light Years: A spiritual Memoir (Laughing Vajra Press, 2011) and Brave, Generous, & Undefended: Heart Teachings on the 37 Bodhisattva Practices (White Cloud Press, 2020)
I am beyond impressed with Clelia and couldn’t recommend her more! She’s my editor for LIFE! Not only did she meticulously refine my book with a type of precision and skill I didn’t know was possible, but she also won my business by reaching out with questions and interest, even though my proposal was miscategorized and appeared to be outside the scope of services of Reedsy copy editors.
She finished my project within the short window she promised, and I used all of her suggestions! Of course I would! Each improved my work!
Grateful I found her! Fate brought us together. Fate is shining on you, too, I see!
Mike Forsyth is a writer, speaker, teacher, educational consultant, and Author of Transcendent Prayer.
https://www.mikeforsyth.com/
The energy you put into the words and how you help bring the message to life is unbelievable, Clelia! You are so talented and have a beautiful gift, I am so glad you are sharing it with the world, and thankful to have found you for myself. I can’t wait to work with you again! Thank you so much!!! I LOVE LOVE all you did!
Angie Harris, Author of Leaf Lessons: When Trauma and Religion Collide
Clelia, you did indeed bring out my inner voice and breathe life into the manuscript. By building up a thorough understanding of the subject matter you were able to offer some really insightful changes, and then you worked through each rendition with me, following up iteration after iteration, all the way to the final version. I don’t know how to thank you enough for your diligence, thoroughness, patience and most importantly, ownership that you adopted from the start of the project. Incredible!! Your work and professionalism are truly outstanding! Thank you so much!!!
J. Bhardwaj, Author of The Source, Creation & Life: Meditation, Philosophy & Self-Realization
https://sourcecreation.life/
Clelia Lewis dives into her work with enthusiasm, high energy, and solid professional skill. As a seasoned writer and editor of over thirty years, I’ve found Clelia's reliable follow-through and original ideas both refreshing and delightful.
Mary Angelon Young, Author, Workshop Leader, Editor
https://www.maryangelonyoung.com/
Clelia has given life and vitality to my very first book. Her beyond professional direction and editing skills made this process a joy and brought my manuscript to life in ways I could've only dreamt. I am a better writer because of her. I would recommend Clelia to any writer, whether a first time author as I was, or a seasoned veteran. I will not hesitate to use Clelia for my next projects.
Christopher Everette Howard is an ACSM certified exercise physiologist, non-profit founder, scholar, and author of Wellness Beyond Weight Loss: Transcending the Scale and Finding Fulfillment.
Being dyslexic in school, I was not voted most likely to become a writer. Truth be told, no one is more surprised than I am to see my name and the word “writer” in the same sentence. Still, for reasons I can’t explain, words have always been my thing. Harnessing words onto the page, however, is something else. It’s a labor of love—and for me, an exercise in self-love—going out to meet the shaming voice of the critic hiding behind every adjective, every comma, and writing anyway. Perhaps you know the feeling? For this reason I need an editor who is equal parts grammar guru and a kindhearted friend with a discriminating eye. Clelia is all that and more. She works hard to help me maintain my oft-quirky voice and turn what I’m trying to say into something with a clear meaning. From copyediting to line edits, working with Clelia is a gentle, easy back-and-forth, and the outcome is always a more impactful piece of writing or copywriting. I wouldn’t publish a word without her!
Tarini Bauliya, www.whatshesaid.dev, Copywriter and Sales Whisperer
Author of, Saved From Enlightenment (Hohm Press, 2015)