Sally Mason-Swaab, Editor in New York, NY, USA

Overview

I’m a NY-based book editor whose specialties include self-help, health, wellness, and spirituality. I’m happiest when I’m helping writers achieve their vision and hone their craft.

Whether you're looking to put together a winning book proposal, finish your first draft, or polish up a final draft, I can help with any stage of the process!

Testimonials

“A huge thanks for all your help with my book. You knew exactly what I needed. You are amazing.”

Dr. Mike Dow, New York Times best-selling author of The Brain Fog Fix and The Sugar Brain Fix

“Her attention to detail in every edit was amazing and so appreciated. Sally made my book so much better, and I’m grateful for her keen editing skills and beautiful personality.”

Lorna Schultz Nicholson, author of the Indigo series and Podium Sports Academy series

“Sally Mason somehow combines a light touch with deep wisdom and thorough professionalism.”

Tinker Lindsay, co-author of the Tenzing Norbu series and screenwriter

“Thank you so much as always for being my awesome editing angel.”

Matt Kahn, best-selling author of Everything Is Here to Help You

“Thanks to my all-star editor Sally Mason, for massaging my prose like a master baker massages fresh challah bread.”

Jason Wrobel, celebrity chef, wellness wizard, cooking channel TV host, and author of Eaternity

Services

Developmental Editing

Editorial Assessment

Proofreading

Query Letter Review

Non-Fiction

Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits Health & Wellbeing Inspirational New Age Self-Help & Self-Improvement

Languages

English (US)

Certifications

Publishing, New York University School of Professional Studies

Work experience

Editor

Hay House

Jan, 2009 — Present

• Acquire and manage 10–15 titles per year consisting of books and card decks, with a focus on diet, health, self-help, and spirituality. • Develop and maintain relationships with authors and agents, and commission authors to execute new projects based on market trends. • Work closely with Design, Sales, Marketing, Editorial, and Production to produce best- selling products.