David Lombardino | DLA Editors — Editorial & ConsultingReviews of dlaeditors.com

Excellent work.

The experience was somewhat helpful but didn't meet my expectations. I mainly used DLA because of the feedback option, and because I thought it was unique, but after searching around I found that many editors offer feedback and not just copy editing. My project was specifically for a novel query, and I highly recommend using someone else if you haven't also submitted the manuscript. The feedback only gave me what was wrong with the query (which is still valuable enough information for the above rating) but didn't tell me at all how to write a better query, or what worked in the first. The suggested word count was also out of date, giving me something along the lines of a middle grade book or a YA contemporary vs a YA in the science fiction and fantasy range (something appropriate to when YA was a genre vs the past few years). Not to mention I am pretty sure one of my two grammar mistakes was fixed incorrectly (they put a comma before a list instead of a colon, disregard if there is precedent for it, but I couldn't find any). So mainly I think even though DLA had some helpful feedback, it was not satisfactory and didn't meet my expectations. I think there are better services for query editing.

Great, personalized service and friendly staff. Highly recommend!

good experience. 2 polishes within a week!

It was a very useful review. thanks

When I first saw the offer, I thought it was a little expensive. Nevertheless, I had my text corrected by DLA. Now I can say it's worth every dollar. I will definitely use DLA again.

Realizing I had the makings of a good PhD application but lacked research and subject experience, I realized that my personal statement would be the most critical part of my application. I turned to my mentors from college, yet none could provide DLA's years of graduate admissions experience. They skimmed through my essays, gave me feedback, yet it was not enough. I had three weekdays before my first application was due. I Googled for editing/consultation services and was blessed that DLA was at the top. They were costlier than their competitors, but my future could not be gambled. Enticed into the live chat, I spoke with David, the managing editor. It was clear he knew what he was doing. Going with my gut, I gave DLA a chance, and I am so glad I did. Terry was the editor for my projects, yet DLA uses a team approach so that all editors contribute to projects. She recommended a structure for my unique story and statement. Then, she worked with me in lightning rounds to get it ready in those three days. The final essay was beautifully crafted and perfectly suited to helping me get into a top PhD program. With all her comments and edits, not only was she supportive, but her mastery of both editing and personal statements shone through. Terry and David even worked with me to clarify how to adapt my essay for other programs. While expertise is the most important factor for something as important as graduate school admissions, their attentive service, encouraging comments, and catering to a tight schedule went beyond any expectations I could have. I feel very fortunate to have found this incredible editing team, and I plan to turn to them first for any future editing needs. P.S. As a testament to the quality of their editing, I purchased additional essay editing and was equally impressed. They earned my trust and respect, and I am a customer for life.

Fast and accurate delivery every time.