"Special Thanks: Patriots for Hire grew as small seed that was planted by two U.S. contractors as their living testament to their experiences during a unique time in history and warfare. This seed was nurtured with the support and passion of others who believed in us and supported our dreams and hopes along the way. Special thanks to Heather Hummel, who not only acted as our editor, but also as a friend during times of doubt and hardship."
- To appear in Patriots for Hire by Jason Lynch and Carol Fleming (Greenwood Press, 2008):

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An accomplished literary writer told me that once you finish your novel only half of your work is complete. Now you must be just as ambitious in selling what you spent so many years creating. Heather Hummel went a long way toward eliminating the publishing obstacles while shedding light on what must be done in order to become a successful writer. She used her editorial expertise to mold my manuscript into something both technically sound and creatively on point with what the publishing world is looking for in today's ultra-competitive marketplace. Heather exceeded my expectations as an editor, becoming a writing coach, mentor and close friend along the way. If you want your manuscript to reach its full potential and if you are ready to build a platform that will enable you to breakout as an author, Heather Hummel will help you realize these goals and more. Of that I am certain.
- Jeffrey Haynes, Author of Call to Oblivion

After writing three novels, I knew I had the talent to become a professional author. What I didn't have was the guiding hand of a professional who knew the ropes. Then I met Heather Hummel. Not only did Heather breath new life into my manuscripts, she helped me to become a better writer. Her eye for detail is remarkable, her personality inspiring and infectious. Her critiques are detailed and honest. After working with Heather I gained more than just a writing coach...I made a great friend. If you are trying to get serious about your career as a writer, you simply must take the time to meet this remarkable woman.
- Michael Stevens, Author of Detective Dead

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Heather is a dream resource for writers. Heather Hummel's name should crop up first on the Google search for: PERSON WHO WILL SHOW YOU HOW YOU TOO CAN BECOME A SUCCESSFUL WRITER. If you're like many of us, the good idea for the book and the actual writing seem easy compared to the daunting tasks of writing the query and proposal and then approaching literary agents. But Heather knows from personal experience how to do this successfully, and is unstinting and supportive about sharing her hard earned knowledge with her fellow writers.
- >Susan E.B. Schwartz author of Into the Unknown

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"Heather, We've just sent off the October magazine with rave reviews on editorial. Both stories that you wrote, on early language and on the Music Resource Center, were exceptionally good. I'm so pleased to have you writing for us and I'd like to assign you even more feature stories for next year...I'm really excited about having more reporting type stories from you!"

Jennifer Bryerton, Editor and Co-Publisher Albemarle Family Living

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"Dear Heather, Thank you so much for the delightful and informative article you wrote for Albemarle Family Living recently about the Music Resource Center. I was really impressed by how much time  you spent here at the center, really learning about our program and getting a feel for what we do here. Your enthusiasm for the center percolated through your article beautifully, and we are indebted to you for painting such a warm and inviting picture of whom we are and what we do. On behalf of myself and board of directors, please accept my sincerest thanks for your work on our behalf."

Sibley Johns, Executive Director Music Resource Center

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"Heather: [Stadium Lights] is terrific! You did an awesome job! This is one of the best stories we have had in the last couple of months. Good writing, good images and packed with local flavor and human interest. Round of applause!"

Jennifer Bryerton, Editor and Co-Publisher Albemarle Family Living

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"Congrats to Heather (2KWPD) - true to her user name (and a little bit more), she's made 50K in 24 days, and as best I can tell, is the first identifiable Charlottesville NaNoWriMo participant to "win" for 2006. Good job! And a role model for the rest of us..."

PB (NaNoWriMo website)

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Patriots for Hire by Jason Lynch and Carol Fleming -
Greenwood Publishing, 2008

Special Thanks: Patriots for Hire grew as small seed that was planted by two US contractors as their living testament to their experiences during a unique time in history and warfare. This seed was nurtured with the support and passion of others who believed in us and supported our dreams and hopes along the way. Special thanks to Heather Hummel, who not only acted as our editor, but also as a friend during times of doubt and hardship.

Jeff Haynes: Call to Oblivion

Read about Jeff's novel, Call to Oblivion, on Publishers Marketplace

Michael Scott Stevens: Detective Dead

Read about Michael's novel, Detective Dead, on Publishers Marketplace