Of course I say I can do a good job for you. But, hearing it from others might be a little more convincing…
The testimonials, reviews, and positive evaluations I receive are always humbling. Those shared here are not done so much to brag but to prove that I truly strive to deliver the very best quality in the services I provide. I’m proud of my expertise as a writer and editor, and grateful that others agree.
You did an amazing, amazing job on my manuscript. The comments and the changes and everything you did is just wonderful. It really made it a much better picture and story of what I’m trying to tell. I just want to say thanks again. I really appreciate your help.
—Michael Klingler
It IS All About Me
And most thankfully, I somehow was led to my editor, Paula Stahel, who accurately recognized early on that this was not just a novel but, in large part, a form of therapy for me. She was so gentle and kind to allow my process but still refine the words into a work that was far more than I could have done on my own. I am forever grateful to her.
—Todd Connor
When the time came for editing, I wanted none other than Paula to do the job, and my thanks go to her for the excellent and professional way in which she accomplished this.
—Rosemary Borel
Thriving In the Care of Many Mothers
I met Paula when I was wrestling [my] manuscript to life. I was searching for one with whom I could have that most precious of relationships—the writer-editor relationship—in which the editor invested not only in the work, but in the crafting of a writer…Paula was all that and more for me. She was editor, teacher, and molder of clay. .. Under her watchful and engaged tutelage, I’ve grown more than I imagined.
—My Haley
The Treason of Mary Louvestre
A special thank you to Paula Stahel, editor extraordinaire. Your expertise, guidance, and sense of humor helped me keep my sanity and made the journey enjoyable.
— Linda Burhans
Connecting Caregivers: Answers to Questions
You Didn’t Know You Needed to Ask
The whole three-volume project is so impressive. I’m ever grateful for your expertise and the spirit you brought to the work … I can’t imagine how [our family] could have worked with anyone else. We all had such respect for you … all our trust was as important in the process, as were all the results of your good judgment.
— Martha L., New York City,
Mining Our Past: The LaBare & Horn Family Histories
Paula taught at the Life Enrichment Center for years. Her 2010 students produced such quality stories, she chose two dozen selections and published them in an anthology. She may have been surprised with the results produced by her students, but I’m not. Paula speaks with such tremendous love about writing, it can’t help but inspire others … Many people have a passion for writing, but Paula has the unique ability to share and cultivate that passion within others.
— Ernest Hooper, columnist, Tampa Bay Times
Paula’s contribution as editor was much more than just grammar and sentence structure. Her suggestions improved the whole sequence of chapters—even titles. Her professional touch made a big difference.
— Armin Wendt
From Lederhosen to Jeans:
A Sweet and Sour Kraut’s Journey to America
Having a story to tell is one thing. Getting it on paper and in a reasonable format for editing is, for me, a big problem … Paula Stahel’s talent and experience finally brought my manuscript to its completion.
— Ted Hull
The Wonder Years: My Life and Times with Stevie Wonder
Your professional knowledge … took away all of the anxieties I had over finally getting my stories into book form. And most of all, I appreciate the careful editing, and suggestions as to wording where changes were needed … Again, I so much appreciate the thorough professional work you did, to make Little Pitchers With Big Ears a once-in-a-lifetime gift to many of my loved relatives and friends. I am so proud to be able to have my work presented in such beautiful fashion.
— Marlene C., Tampa, Fla.
Thank you so much for working on this project with me … Paula, you took my words and made them better.
— Carol O’Dell
Mothering Mother: A Daughter’s Humorous
and Heartbreaking Memoir
How very much I thank you for all your fine efforts on my behalf. Your work has been so appreciated.
— Golda Brunhild
Mishbucha: The Family
I just wanted to tell you that you did an awesome job presenting to the Tampa Writers Alliance. Once it was over, [a member] commented to me, “She did a very good job!” We have seen a lot of speakers, so this was honestly good praise.
—Michael Darling, chapter president
Doing Sandy Ruts, Tall Pines & Orange Groves gave Neva a whole new lease on life. We will, of course, be happy to give you rave reviews on your talent, creativity, and patience in helping with her book! There is no doubt that working with you on publishing her memoirs has been the highlight of her ninety-eight years. She has been thrilled with the interest and attention from friends and family … and so many of those stories would have been lost forever.
— Dottie E., Glenville, N. Carolina