From ForeWord This Week:
...Because of their comprehensive knowledge of publishing, most of the graduates of the program have gone on to have successful careers in different areas of the industry. After graduation, Ali McCart started her own company, Indigo Editing.
“Several universities offer programs to acquire a degree or certificate in book publishing, but even then graduates face a competitive field with little to no experience,” McCart told FTW. “Upon graduation from PSU, I had already edited eleven books and publications through Ooligan Press and internships. And more important, I had the lasting support of industry professionals. When authors started approaching me about editing their books, the next logical decision was to start an editing company.”
View the complete article at ForeWord Magazine.
From WiPP Monthly:
Ali McCart, Founder of Indigo Editing and VP of WiPP, Sheds Light on the Background Leading to Her Recent Successes (by Jen Weaver-Neist)
Welcome to a behind-the-scenes look at one of your fearless leaders in WiPP! This interview details some things you may not have known about her—I know I learned a thing or two! It just goes to show you how much we each have to bring to this conglomerate of talent in WiPP and the local publishing industry at large.
Read the full interview at Women in Portland Publishing.
Testimonials
"I've had editors at Alfred A. Knopf and Blue Heron. Ali is the best editor I've known."
—Robin Cody, Ricochet River
"I have been very pleased with this process. In lieu of getting an MFA, I feel like this process was a very long workshop for the book!"
—Henry Cameron, The Pilgrim's Paradox & Pizza Diaries
"I'm so glad I found you. You're so assiduous, and you always do a great job."
—Tim Curran, Mid-county Memo
"I'm just amazed at how much better you made my book."
—Bob Gage, Ghoul
"I am basically self-taught, i.e. no college. While this can engender fresh takes and original angles, it can also mean lapses in the nuts and bolts of good writing. That's where Indigo comes in."
—Mark Ellis, Their Loves Ones & Ladder Memory
"Beyond helpful! Throughout the process, she [Ali McCart] kept me grounded and mentally calm while sharing positive energy and aiding me in maintaining my momentum. She really enjoys helping writers succeed."
—Haleah Blank, Sisters of the American Exotic