DC Restaino

It’s hard to describe just how wonderful this collaboration was. David is not only a true professional who taught me an immense amount of invaluable knowledge about the writing, editing and publishing processes, but he is also a responsive, caring, super nice and humble individual. I highly recommend him for anyone looking for an editor. You’ll get to work with a person who is not only an expert in his field, but someone who truly cares.

— Anat Kalinsky

David was the perfect choice for my short story collection. I had no idea what to expect, as this was my first time collaborating with an editor […] and I was a little nervous. But David’s professionalism and flexibility made this process run smoothly. I was able to relax knowing that I had someone with experience, a keen eye, and just such a friendly demeanor. I learned some new things about writing, too The notes on my manuscript were thorough and David helped me to see these stories–which I had been working on for years–in a whole new way and with fresh eyes. He was able to articulate what I didn’t even know my work was attempting to say. I will definitely collab with David again!

— Christian Loriel Lucas

Working with David has been a game changer. He helped me with my developmental and copy edits and I can tell you he went above and beyond for both. His extensive knowledge and attention to detail has helped me transform my first book into something I didn’t think was possible. I’m so grateful to have found such an amazing editor and I can’t wait to do another round with him as I complete my first book. I highly recommend working with David for your projects!

— Viviana Pryor

Working with David was a pleasure. I engaged with him on an editorial review and developmental editing project for my novella. He is a true professional who was sensitive to my vision, although he did not hold back on conveying constructive criticism. During the project he was highly responsive and thorough in his approach. His comments and observations were insightful and I learned a lot about the editorial process working with him. I would definitely work with David again, and given my experience, I would recommend him to others, especially newer writers like me.

To say that David is a professional is to say nothing. During our collaboration, he was not just an editor, but also a teacher, a mentor and a friend. I marvel at his tolerance for details and their explanations. Thanks to him, my manuscript has improved and can now proudly be called a book. I recommend him with courage and confidence, especially to those who try such cooperation for the first time and, like me, are afraid to make a choice. Your manuscript will be in good hands and will only get better. I sincerely thank you David for your titanic work, for your patience, and for your active participation in correcting plot holes and inconsistencies. In particular, thanks for the small lessons that each time were an addition to the comments. I really hope we can work together again.

— Vladimir Manascurta

The editorial assessment he did for my series of short stories was everything I could have hoped for and more. Not only did he provide enough specific feedback on each individual story, but also helped me with becoming a better writer in general, through his feedback process after the initial assessment was delivered. He was endlessly patient and able to explain his thoughts objectively, but also in a way that complemented what I needed. It never felt like I was having my toes tread on, or being told the “right” or “wrong” way to do something, but that I was receiving advice tailor-made for me. I should also note that every interaction I had with him was overwhelming pleasant and professional, and he was consistently able to draw on his deep knowledge of creative writing to give me texts to read or solutions to try that I never would have come up with on my own. If you’re looking for an editorial assessment, you’d have to be crazy not to reach out to David.

— Daniel Barber