Testimonials

"Susan Sullivan is an outstanding asset to any author. Whatever I asked her to do -- compiling and maintaining my mailing list, trolling for speaking engagements -- she accomplished competently and on schedule. In addition, she offered creative and useful editorial suggestions when I was preparing promotional pieces. Plus, her firsthand knowledge of the bookstore business gives her a leg up when arranging bookstore appearances.

Susan will do more than merely fulfill your requests; she will come up with fresh ideas to market you and your work. I recommend her without reservation."

-- Michael Takiff Author, Brave Men, Gentle Heroes: American Fathers and Sons in World War II and Vietnam (William Morrow 2003) michaeltakiff.com


"I have recently become a published author! Susan was a big part of the process, working with me to plan the marketing of my novel, coordinate signings, encourage networking, and handle much of the research and legwork necessary to be more than just a name in print. We both want my novel to reach its fullest potential. Susan is connected, always up-to-date on the industry, and can be a powerful advocate for any author struggling with time issues. She has been a tremendous support and a pleasure to have on my team!"

-- Kevin Kramer
Author, Coalwater (Editor’s Choice Award - iUniverse) authorkevinkramer.com


"Susan has become a HUGE asset to my company, as she is more than just a Virtual Assistant. As a VA, Susan saves me a lot of time by handling my administrative projects so that I can spend that time on revenue-generating activities. Where Susan adds the most value is by using her business expertise to serve as my marketing partner who manages my marketing campaign to bring in new clients and researches and develops speaking opportunities. In addition, Susan's excellent customer service skills give me complete confidence in knowing that all of her interactions with my clients represent my business in the way that I want -- my clients receive the same high-quality service from Susan as they do from me!

During the first 5 months that we worked together, my e-zine subscribers grew by 33%, my web site traffic grew by 56% and my speaking engagements increased by 66%, so more people are learning about my business through our marketing efforts. Now that I'm working with Susan, I couldn't run my business effectively without her!"

-- Cheryl Mann
Founder / Certified Business & Life Coach, Goals InSight Coaching
goalsinsight.com


"Partnering with Susan is helping me to achieve my goal to change people’s lives for the better through my books and training seminars. Susan is an excellent communicator, represents me and my business with the utmost professionalism, and is driven and focused on our common goal. Her kind and giving nature makes Susan a joy to work with and she always keeps her sense of humor. Her enthusiasm for what she does brings energy to everyone around her. She is truly exceptional in her field."

-- Curtis J. Steen
Author, Management Consultant, and Systems Trainer, C.J.S. Training & Consulting
curtisjsteen.com


"As Community Relations Manager for Barnes & Noble, Susan coordinated all events in our store including author visits, writer's groups, book clubs, poetry readings and children's events.

Susan's unique abilities brought together the many facets of our writing community for lively in-store events and gatherings. She particularly excelled working with local media contacts to bolster attendance. Susan's networking skills magnified the marketing efforts of Barnes & Noble in our community.

It was a pleasure working with Susan and I believe she would be a tremendous resource to anyone in the literary industry."

-- Jody R. Roberts
Store Manager, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Fairfield, CA


"What drew me to a working relationship with Susan was first and foremost her belief in me! Of course, she has the skills and network to advocate for my works, and the focus and persistence to see it through to the final goal. She and I work together as a team!"

-- Joan Garcia, Ph.D.
Author of children’s books, adult poetry, and storyteller