client testimonials

LISA M. BLACKER

PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER — Connection Victory Publishing Company
DIRECTOR OF MEDIA PARTNERSHIPS — The Good Men Project
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Kevin Wood is an engaging writer and a skilled editor. As a Lead Editor for The Good Men Project, Kevin worked directly with the contributors to effectively amplify their message, taking care not to change the author's voice. He gives careful attention to detail from assignment to completion, checking in with a member of the executive team regarding desired outcomes, best practices, or other questions. Kevin seems to be a natural at being personable without compromising professionalism in his communications with business associates and clients. He is trustworthy with confidential information, dependable with deadlines, and generally an asset to the team. If my company were in a position to hire him as a writer and/or editor on a full-time basis, I would do so without hesitation.

KENYA DUNN

BUSINESS LEADER
EMPOWERMENT COACH
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I had never written anything outside of a college paper before I started working with Kevin. I have been working with him for more than a year now as my writing coach. He covers off on all things professionalism. What I have enjoyed most about my experience with him is his ability to bring out the best parts of me as a writer. In the beginning of our partnership and throughout, he checks in with me to keep aligned to my goals and purpose. It's one of the most reassuring approaches he has to helping his clients. It reassures me that Kevin's goal is to make me successful on my own terms. The other thing he does well is asks thought provoking questions. His questions have helped me gain more confidence as a writer. It helped me stand in my truth on this writing journey. A few words to sum up Kevin as my writing coach are: professional, authentic, integrity, fun, creative, timely, patient and intentional.

EVAN FORSTER
EDUCATION & CAREER CONSULTANT — Forster-Thomas
FOUNDER — Essay Busters
WRITER
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Kevin Wood has been my editor for The Good Men Project for several years. His ability to see the gaps in my work and to give me concise and insightful feedback has been incredibility helpful in the revision process of my work. I have been a professional journalist for thirty years. I have written for magazines ranging from New York to Cosmo to Details. Frankly, editors are often arrogant, procrastinate, and make the writer feel small. Kevin Wood does none of these. Instead, he responds in a timely manner and communicates the precise voice and perspective of his publication, helping me modify my writing to fit the voice of his publication--while not letting me lose my own voice. This is an incredibly difficult needle to thread and Kevin Wood does it expertly!

MARK CHIMSKY
EDITOR of NATIONAL BESTSELLERS
WRITER
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I am delighted to recommend Kevin Wood for his masterful editorial skills — as I writer I know I am in good hands with Kevin; he has always managed to find ways to make my work better and to inspire me as a writer to go back for another round when my writing requires it. He has that gift I prize most in editors, a generosity of spirit that seeks to enlighten and improve while conveying a genuine sense of connection and support. As a professional editor myself, the highest accolade I can give Kevin is that I totally trust him with my work. Kevin is an editor who is also an accomplished writer and he has shown me, by example, what it means to be brave and honest on the page, to make each essay a voyage of discovery and to tackle hard truths that will touch the lives of others. I am honored to call Kevin my editor, my fellow writer, and my friend.

MARIA SCHARRON del-RIO, Ph.D.
ASSOCIATE DEAN — Brooklyn College School of Education
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As an academic who has done a lot of work collaboratively with other authors, I did not employ editing services for the better part of my career. Recently, I shifted to working on auto-ethnographic work, and decided to seek some assistance. I feel so fortunate to have found Kevin Wood as my editor. Kevin has edited the last four manuscripts I have submitted, and it has not only contributed to the acceptance of all manuscripts for publication, it has improved my experience of writing. Kevin’s observations and feedback have helped my writing and my voice become more clear and effective. Reviewers have increasingly remarked on how the writing in my manuscripts flows well, how the submissions are more polished than average, and how my writing increases the impact of my arguments. Kevin is very skilled, not only in addressing the inevitable typos and grammatical errors in any manuscript, but also in posing the right questions that enable me to clarify my message and intent and therefore connect more with the reader. Through his comments, it is evident that he cares about the writer within process of helping craft a wonderful piece as much as about the outcome. His editorial support on the articles that were more autobiographical reflected a profound sense of care, a willingness in joining me on the journey of writing my truth, and a deep respect for my voice and my story. His feedback has helped me improve my writing and has made the writing process smoother, as I trust that with his support I will be able to proudly submit writing that genuinely reflects me and delivers an impactful message.

REV. FREDERICK A. DAVIE
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT — Union Theological Seminary
CHAIR — New York City Civilian Complaint Review Board
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I have known Kevin for over 15 years, having met when he was launching his career in NYC working for Show People Magazine. Kevin has advised me on education-related programs, edited several of my opinion pieces and blogs, and published my articles in his role as an editor with The Good Men Project. His keen intellect, superb writing skills and passion for justice combine to make him an indispensable partner on these projects. He is a true friend who shares a deep commitment to make the world a more compassionate and equitable place for all people. Kevin’s prodigious gifts are commendable, whether he is performing in the workplace or as a consultant.

JEN O’RYAN, Ph.D.
WRITER
COLUMNIST
USER ENGAGEMENT MANAGER
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It’s been extremely beneficial to work with Kevin as my weekly columnist editor. He brings a refreshing perspective that enhances the voice and brings clarity to articles. I’ve learned a great deal about subtle adjustments that can make statements more impactful. Kevin is also very adept at engaging readers through well-crafted, relatable writing. His work draws people in through sharing the experiences of being human.

DAVID STEINMAN
PUBLISHER — HealthyLivinG Magazine
WRITER
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When I work with an editor who also becomes a collaborator, sees where my writing is coming from and gets the value of my work, I want to keep working with them. Kevin sees trends, is out ahead of them; he readily identifies and curates important discussions and writers. I am grateful he has seen that in my work and afforded me the opportunity to publish some of my best journalism for The Good Men Project where he has been my longtime editor. I trust his insights, editing, and comments, most of all, his standards; his editing finds mistakes I wouldn’t want out there or suggests insights that make my writing go deeper. I’ve been proud of each article we’ve worked on together. I look forward to working with Kevin in the future and to sharing my very best writing that makes a difference in people’s lives.

GINNY WOODS
CORPORATE RELATIONS — Autonomous Research
WRITER
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Kevin is a thorough, diligent and creative editor. He knows how to guide a writer toward their own unique voice and story—a skill he has honed over years as a writer and teacher. Recently, he suggested I write an essay for a publication where he worked and gave me general guidelines for a topic. He brainstormed with me as I developed the idea and helped give it focus. When I submitted a draft, his edit, while fairly light, definitely improved the clarity and brevity of what I’d written. The essay ended up being very popular online, and it’s a piece of which I’m very proud. I look forward to doing more writing alongside Kevin.

MICHAEL SHAMMAS
LAWYER
WRITER
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For the past five months, I have worked with Kevin every week as he edits and publishes my weekly column on The Good Men Project. He’s more than diligent and takes care to make sure every article shines before hitting the “publish” button. More importantly, in addition to his obvious intelligence, Kevin has great people skills and makes those he works with feel at ease right away. If I could recommend him 100,000,000 times, I would.

VERNON C. LINDSAY, Ph.D.
WRITER
CONSULTANT
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT COACH
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It is with great honor that I can speak to Kevin Wood’s editing and writing skills. Consistently, he has offered me timely and well-informed feedback on article submissions. He has served as an invaluable resource to the success of my weekly column at The Good Men Project.

JOHN D. WOODS, Ph.D.
NOVELIST
PROFESSOR of ENGLISH & CREATIVE WRITING — Nassau Community College
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Kevin, like the best editors, can distill an author’s work to its essence. His eye for the core thread of a story—what defines a work—has been invaluable to my writing process. More than an editor, Kevin is a true collaborator.

DHEEPA CHARI
SINGER / SONGWRITER
SENIOR DIRECTOR — Pfizer Oncology
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I can’t say enough about Kevin’s talents as a writer and editor. He has helped me with a number of different projects - most recently an article published in The Washington Post. He is a wonderful coach throughout the writing process and has helped me in finding my own voice.