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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-10-05 | Derek | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Wow. Thank you that's such a cool method that's been staring me in the face for years - outstanding!!! |
| 2009-09-14 | Chantelle | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks Bobbie, I've never written before, except for the 10 page 'book' I had written when I was 12. This is the first time I had ever written something serious and so I, like many other ammatuers, are very ignorant when it comes to 'marketable prose'. However, I've taken to reading quite a few books dedicated to teenagers and have noticed that this 'cussing' does make for a good book (but not to over-do it). I'm only 20 myself, and I was told by another author to write something that you would want to read yourself. So I guess that's what I did! I'm trying to make it as realistic as possible. Toning down the swearing would probably be for the best, though. I think the best thing I could do would be to just write the whole thing, take a few writing classes and go over it making changes based on the skills I've learnt. Thank you very much for your time and advice and once again, I apologize for asking you to read something so long! The 250 word rule will help in future. Kindest regards, Chantelle |
| 2009-09-11 | Ed | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks, Bobbie. Your answer to my question was exactly what I needed. Cheers, Ed |
| 2009-09-01 | Judy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Many many thanks for your help. Your response gave me an insight that helped me to deal with my cowriter on a professional basis. |
| 2009-08-25 | Jonathan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you. |
| 2009-08-06 | Nicholas | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | The answer got straight to the point and very clear |
| 2009-07-04 | JR | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | very professional and helpful. |
| 2009-06-29 | Dixon | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you! Your response is truly appreciated. |
| 2009-06-12 | Tanvi | 7 | 7 | 10 | 8 | Yes | The answer did help me. |
| 2009-06-02 | marie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you!! I will definitely sign up for your newsletter.. you are awesome!! |
| 2009-05-13 | Richard | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | prompt and valuable Thanks, DS.. |
| 2009-05-07 | Tony | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Hey thanks so much for your help |
| 2009-04-28 | Richard | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | very prompt and thorough as usual, thanks, DS... |
| 2009-04-28 | Raquel | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thank you!!!! |
| 2009-04-06 | Bridget Harris | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Quick and straight to the point. Also, provided additional information. |
| 2009-04-06 | Richard | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Makes me feel better. Thanks DS... |
| 2009-03-13 | Carol | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks, again for your help!!! |
| 2009-03-13 | Carol | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you. That was very helpful!!! Best regards, Carol |
| 2009-03-08 | Richard | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks, I believe i am staying with parameters. i an verifying facts w/ the guys involved and they are happy about it. appreciate it |
| 2009-02-23 | sean | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-02-22 | sean | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you.. |
| 2009-02-04 | Sarah | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks so much for editing sentences in my essay! It means a lot to me :) Oh, and of course for not pushing the "We don't answer homework questions" button when I really need the help! |
| 2009-01-30 | J | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-01-26 | Luke | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you Bobbie!!!! |
| 2009-01-13 | AL | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2008-12-31 | Dan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | A "ten" for Sensible, also. |
| 2008-12-13 | Deirra | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I thank you for your help. I will also take not on the newsletter. |
| 2008-12-11 | Blaine | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks, Bobbie, for your advice and your newsletter! |
| 2008-11-07 | Aurora | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I have asked many questions on here(under different names, of course.) and no one has been nearly as helpful as you. Thank you so much, I appreciate it! Sincerely, A.S. |
| 2008-10-30 | sean | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | You have given me a little more confidence than I had yesterday. Thanks |
Answers by Expert:
Bobbie Christmas
Expertise
As the author of the triple-award-winning book on creative writing, Write In Style (Union Square Publishing), I help writers power up their prose, edit and revise their manuscripts, and increase their chances of selling to a publisher. I also help writers polish manuscripts for self-publishing and sometimes assist in the process.
Experience
Experience: I have more than 30 years of experience in all aspects of the publishing and communications industry and have run my own book-editing company since 1992 Organizations: Board of Advisors, Georgia Writers Association (past president) South Carolina Writers Workshop (past vice president) Florida Writers Association (charter/lifelong member) Atlanta Writers Club Society for the Preservation of English Language and Literature (SPELL) International Guild of Professional Consultants Publications: Write in Style (Union Square Publishing), A Cup of Comfort (Adams Media Corporation), A Cup of Comfort for Friends (Adams Media), A Cup of Comfort for Mothers and Sons (Adams Media), Haunted Engounters (Atriad Press), Remembering Woolworth's (St. Martin's Press), First-Time Home Buyer magazine, HomeBusiness Journal, Apparel Industry Magazine, Edge Magazine, Atlanta Jewish Times, Time Travel Australia, American Writers Review, Points North, That's Entertainment, Atlanta Parent, Agnes Scott Alumnae Magazine, and several dozen other places Education/Credentials: Journalism: University of South Carolina Three decades of on-the-job training in publishing, marketing, communications, advertising, newspaper and magazine production/writing/editing, book publishing, etc Awards and Honors: First Place, nonfiction, Georgia Writers Annual Contest, 2005 First Place, education, Royal Palm Literary Award, 2004 Best in Division, Georgia Author of the Year Awards, 2005 Finalist, Best Books 2005, USA BookNews Third Place, nonfiction, Georgia Writers, 1999 Nominated for Georgia Author of the Year, 1998 Many other awards Past/Present clients: Olin Frederick (publisher), The Writer's Machine (publisher), Russell Dean & Company (publisher), Keith Harrell (author of books for John Wiley & Sons and Hay House), Dale Butler (member of the Parliament, Bermuda) and hundreds of writers. I also edit books for print-on-demand companies that help authors self publish.
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