Lisa works with authors and artists from all over the world. The authors she works with are passionate about their projects, have a desire to share their knowledge with the reader, enjoy the process of co-creating, are open to new ideas, and allow their projects to grow and evolve organically.
Here's what authors have to say about their experiences working with Lisa:
Working with Lisa Finander provided me with stable and solid ground as I began the path to a professional writing career. I'd always wanted to write, had a wealth of ideas but no clue how to proceed. Not only did Lisa nurture my ideas and encourage my creative process, but she also gave me rock solid understanding of how the professional publishing world works. She offered me constructive criticism and a firm dose of reality, while encouraging and championing my work. As a result of hiring Lisa, I've just signed a contract for my first book with one of the biggest metaphysical publishing houses in the world! When I see my book on the shelves of Borders and Barnes and Noble, I'll know it was Lisa who helped me put it there. Thanks Lisa!
—Sasha Graham
I cannot iterate how lucky I believe I was to have had Lisa as my editor. Getting your book accepted for publishing is an important but only first step in the process, and without the right person by your side, it can be quite a daunting experience. Lisa was an integral part of my journey, right by my side from start to finish - I'm sure it would not have gone half so well had it not been for her invaluable guidance, genuine care, and belief in me as an author. I sincerely look forward to working with her again in the future... in fact I can't imagine doing it without her!
—Josephine Ellershaw
It was a pleasure to work with Lisa on the Necronomicon tarot deck. She was enthusiastic about the product and my work, fast in replying to my queries, and accurate in communicating what was required. Her input in product development led to the creation of a calendar of my dragon artworks with Llewellyn for 2009, which I am very happy about and is a real opportunity for me to showcase my work.
—Anne Stokes, Artist
If it weren't for Lisa, my book wouldn't exist. After toiling away on my manuscript for more than a year, I had lost both motivation and focus. Lisa helped me envision a book that would not only sell, but would be fun to read - and to write! Lisa's joy and enthusiasm are infectious - she is warm, creative, energetic, and very, very good at what she does. Don't pass up the opportunity to work with her!
—April Elliott Kent, author of Star Guide to Weddings (Llewellyn)
As an author, I know how important it is to have the support and guidance of caring individuals. Lisa Finander is one of those people. Her direction was invaluable in helping me formulate the basic concept for my latest book. She is a pleasure to work with.
—Joann Hampar
Lisa Finander combines encouragement with concrete, practical advice. She was so helpful to me, that I saved her phone messages and replayed them whenever I got stuck.
—Elinor Greenberg, Ph.D., CGP, CPTR
As my very first editor in the literary world, Lisa Finander is more than just one of my favorite people; she's clearly one of my professional blessings. With a wellspring of editorial talent that she always managed to bring to my work, even when I was convinced it wasn't necessary, and her generosity of spirit which she never failed to display to me, every time I was absolutely sure that it was, how could anyone who went through the publishing process with her not come to realize the secret of her editorial success? Her devotion to her authors was only surpassed by her commitment to their work. Fortunately, for me, I was lucky enough to be one of them.
—Marguerite Manning
I worked closely with acquisitions editor Lisa Finander for over six months in the development and contracting of my latest book, Beyond 2012: A Shaman's Call to Personal Change and the Transformation of Global Consciousness, published by Llewellyn Worldwide. Lisa's vision, clear dialogue, and enthusiasm made it a pleasure to work with her and together we created a unique and important book. On a professional level, I would work again with Lisa any day of the week. On a personal level, she's such a sweet person that once our work together was completed I missed speaking with her! I highly recommend Lisa's expertise in all aspects of the publishing business.
—James Endredy
I have had the pleasure to have Lisa as editor for my book, The Complete Book of Spiritual Astrology. I am thoroughly satisfied with her work and appreciate her insight into the subject area and her advice around the finishing of the book.
Thank you, Lisa.
—Per Henrik Gullfoss (Norway)
