“Lisa McCoy has really helped my writing progess since that first book. Because of Lisa, I’m very cognizant of making sure that my descriptions are more specific, and that my story and characters are more relatable. She helps me remember the importance of a story’s essence, and how I can make my words convey what I need them to.” ~Karen McCoy

“All good comments and much more extensive than I really expected.” ~Jas R. Bowles

“You’re a great editor! I just got done reviewing all of your edits. I truly looked forward to the yellow boxes. They’re like magic yellow squares in a literary video game, with a prize inside. I can’t imagine the amount of focus you had to have to pick out the edits from a page full of single space text. Brilliant. Plurals, dashes, context, and feedback. As I've mentioned over the phone, I like the tone of your suggestions and commentary. They’re easy to understand and enough for me to have a conversation in my head about how to move forward.” ~Dom Bokich

“Lisa McCoy served as second editor for my novel, L.A. Confrontational. Although the manuscript went through a preliminary edit and critique group review, Lisa assisted in polishing the book for publication. She provided a thorough review, accentuated by her keen attention to detail. Besides line editing, she provided valuable insight on plot, organization, and character development. She is an avid reader of many genres, and this will be an asset as she continues to develop her editing skills. I would highly recommend her to other authors looking for an editor.” ~Pete David

"Lisa McCoy is my secret weapon in developing great novels. I create the story and she puts the polish on it. Don't publish without Lisa as your editor." ~Sonja Dewing

"Holy crap she is good!" ~AK Weller

"Wow! I just love your editing work on my piece. Thanks so much for the kind words and also for all the different ways that you gave me to increase the effectiveness of my prose and storytelling." ~Jonathan Seyfried

"Thank you, Lisa, for your wonderful insight. I couldn't do it without you." ~Dita Dow

"I’m grateful for the deeply thorough, thoughtful, and sensitive edit you have given to my novel. Your comments and suggestions will be invaluable when I begin work on the final polish. I truly appreciate the respect you give to the author and the work throughout your editing process." ~Steven Fechter

"You really have been one of the main people to encourage me to write. Your editing style has put me at such ease and I've enjoyed writing more after you edited my first piece than I have in my entire life." ~Genevieve Sparks Brechtel

"Final thanks goes to copy editor, Lisa McCoy. She did an excellent job of conscientiously reading, editing, and offering suggestions that helped to solidly enhance the story." ~Wayne L. Wilson

"I realized I needed a professional editor to help me and was fortunate to find Lisa McCoy through the SouthWest Writers website. She not only edited the poems in In Letting Go, but she also helped me sort through them. And she helped me understand things about writing I never knew. She encouraged me, and she's been a great help in navigating the world of self-publishing." ~Gary Lucero

"I wouldn't trust my book baby in the hands of anyone but Lisa McCoy! She handles my writing with such care. It’s clear that Lisa’s goal is never to change an author's story or voice—she wants to make the work as strong as it can be, and she does so in such a tender and uplifting way. Along with her incredible suggestions, Lisa poses thought-provoking questions throughout the manuscript that help really get to the heart of the story. If you're looking for an editor who respects your voice and brings out the best in your writing, Lisa McCoy is the one you want!" ~Saleema Ishq

"WOW! Just did a first pass at your edits, and I am SO THANKFUL! You’ve really got a knack for speeding up pace and asking the hard-hitting questions." ~Deb Collins

"I am LOVING the story even more through your eyes! Your comments are not only helpful but extremely educational for my own writing understanding and development. Your clean up makes the characters pop. You quiet the noise so the reader can hear the heartbeat of the story." ~Kara Smith