Books

Books by Andrea:

Murder of a Manuscript: Writing and Editing Tips to Keep Your Book Out of the Editorial Graveyard (Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas 2014)
The Gift (Part of Christmases Past by Helping Hands Press)
Marriage: Make It or Break It (Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas 2017)
Praying for the Prodigal (Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas 2015)
Faith and Family: A Devotional Pathway for Families (contributing author)
Faith and FINANCES: In God We Trust (contributing author) 
Spirit & Heart: A 30-Day Devotional Journal for Women and Men (contributing author)
Closer to God: True Stories of Extraordinary Answer to Prayer (contributing author)
Echoes of Mercy: Resounding Evidence of God's Grace (contributing author)
More Christmas Moments (contributing author)
Stupid Moments (contributing author)
Moments with Billy Graham (contributing author)
Can Sir! (With God's Help I Can Do This) (contributing author)

The PAC Method for Writers (contributing author)

I Love to Write Day Creative Writing Journal (contributing author)

Books Andrea Has Edited:

Teaching Diamonds in the TOUGH - Cleo Lampos, Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas (www.LPCBooks.com)
Hope for the Hollow  - Jena Morrow
One Size Fits All - Michele Howe
Sick and Tired - Kimberly Rae
God, Me, and Sweet Iced Tea - Rose Chandler Johnson
Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries - Kathy Collard Miller
God's Provision in Tough Times - Cynthia Howerter & LaTan Murphy, award-winning authors - Selah Awards Finalist 2014 (Publishing House Editor)
Becalmed - Normandie Fischer
Atonement for Emily Adams - Susan Lawrence
Agnes Hopper Shakes Up Sweetbriar - Carol Heilman
Agnes Hopper Bets on Murder - Carol Heilman
Bounce! Don't Break ... - Penny Hunt
Changing Zip Codes - Carol Stratton
When You Come Home - Nancy Cavin Pitts
Damn Shame - Pastor Curtis Tucker
Penned Without Ink - Sarah Lynn Phillips
Crashing Into Love - Yvonne Lehman
Secrets and Charades - Cindy Ervin Huff
Chasing the Butterfly - Jayme Mansfield - Christian Small Publisher Book of the Year, Winner of the Illumination Award - Inspiration Reader's Choice Award Finalist
Rush - Jayme Mansfield - 2018 Selah Awards Finalist
Reflections of the Creator in Us - Brenda K. Kendricks
Her Deadly Reunion - Beth Ann Ziarnik
21 Ts to Transformation - Gene Burgess
Six Steps Forward - Alan and Eric Hoffler
Click Power - Meredith Oliver
The Money Gospel Revolution - Dr. Azza Okorie Azza
True Song - Carole Walters
Girdle Support - Kim Hardy
Power Over Satan - Elva Cobb Martin
Through a Shattered Image - Linda Widrick
Appeal to the Courtroom of Heaven - Shonda Whitworth
Unlock the Writer Within - Shonda Whitworth
Starstruck in Willow Falls - Pat Nichols
Weathering the Storms - Dr. Temitope Keku
Journey PINK: The Story of a Princess in Need of a King - Michelle Viscuse
The Overflow Blessing - Andre Bright
Vessels of Honor - Andre Bright
Restoring the Broken Places - Becky Cortino
Give Me My Fruit Every Day in Holiness - Umekki Green
Love of Another Kind - Susan Thayer
White as Snow - Gail DiMarco
God's Secret Place - Nate Stevens
Accelerate Your Destiny - Nate Stevens
Called to Christlikeness - Nate Stevens
The 7 Ps of Prayer - Dr. Rhett Wilson
Carol of the Rooms - Diana Leagh Matthews
Jordans of the Pond - Jim Reveerts

Andrea has edited many other excellent books that have not yet been published.

Endorsements:

"Your editing skills mitigated the issues created by an engineer trying to write a book. I love how you can distill the message into a succinct and concise flow without changing the voice of the author. Only true writers will understand the magnitude of this compliment." ~Andre Bright, speaker, singer/songwriter, and author of Vessels of Honor, The Overflow Blessing, and Make Room for God

"Andrea has worked with me on several manuscripts. I found her to be knowledgeable, responsive, collaborative, easy to work with, and a great partner in the effort. Thank you, Andrea, for your editing expertise and encouragement. I appreciate and value your literary investment in me and my books!"
~Nate Stevens, author of Deck Time with Jesus, 
God’s Secret Place, and Accelerate Your Destiny

"I enthusiastically recommend Andrea Merrell for your editing needs. I've hired her for several of my own projects, including book proposals and one complete book manuscript. Her work consistently reflects talent, patience, insight, and kindness. I’ll use her again and encourage you to do the same."
~ Dr. Rhett H. Wilson, Sr. 
Ghostwriter/Freelance Writer/Coach

"The editing was superb. I didn't make any notes, which almost never happens with me. So, either there were no errors, or I was too caught up in the story to mark them. Either way, well done." ~Posted by Kristi Cramer at Bounded in a Nutshell on Becalmed by Normandie Fischer. 

""  "Andrea Merrell is an expert craftsman with words and the nuts and bolts of grammar, sentence structure, and conventions of writing. I learned a tremendous amount through the process that I’ve applied to new manuscripts —to me, that alone is the mark of a talented editor when her efforts translate to other works. As a first-time novelist, Andrea made me feel worthy of her time. Her documentation was detailed, clear, and spot-on. In areas that needed discussion, we spoke often, and together made the best choices for the book’s success. She is a skilled people person and values relationships—her investment in the manuscript and author are evident." 

~ Jayme Mansfield, 

author of Chasing the Butterfly and Rush

"Andrea has been a great friend and mentor as I've begun contract editing. Her experience and skill set have been invaluable tools." 

~Betty Hassler, author and editor

“With the eagle eyes of a copy editor and the heart of a writer, Andrea Merrell finds not only the most obscure typos, but also awkward passages and missing gaps that need to be reworked. Her professional manner and encouraging feedback offer much help to the writer. She is a joy to work with.”  

~ Carol Stratton, author of Changing Zip Codes 

and Lake Surrender

"Andrea Merrell did a wonderful job editing my book this past summer. I was up against a self-imposed deadline, and she came through for me, finishing the job in record time. What I remember with fondness was how enjoyable our working relationship was, whether communicating by email or by phone (loved her southern accent!). She also assisted me with some last-minute changes and edits as well, helping to bring the book's completion to the perfect end. She was a joy to work with. I hope to meet Andrea some day and sit down with her for a heart-to-heart chat!"  

– Nancy Cavin Pitts, 

author of When You Come Home

"     "Andrea Merrell is the 'Queen of Commas!' Her sharp eye catches the smallest detail. When I was on a strict deadline, "Andrea devoted a full weekend to me, editing, double-checking POV, and keeping my thoughts in line. By deadline time, I had a perfectly edited manuscript. She is faithful, fast, and fantastic. I trust my work into her capable hands.” 

 ~Cindy Sproles, author of Mercy's Rain and Liar's Winter; 

editor, Christian Devotions Ministries

"     "Andrea Merrell wears the many hats of editor, writer, and author, so she knows how to speak a writer's language and gently suggest, advise, and coach authors to bring out the message of their heart. Am I ever grateful that she took my manuscript and skillfully coaxed my sometimes awkward phrases into coherent, catchy, and smooth sentences. Working with Andrea is a delight and a privilege, but you won't experience it for yourself until you partner with her on your next project." 

~ Michele Howe, author, reviewer, columnist