Recent Projects and Praise
"I’ve worked with Shannon for over ten years, on numerous projects. She is not only a meticulous and brilliant editor, she often brings a big vision along with added energy and excitement to a client’s writing. She’s also a master at carefully sharpening a project that's already in good shape. I work with top publishers who expect excellence and Shannon delivers every time. She’s amazing!" –Bridget Matzie, Literary Agent and Partner, Aevitas Creative Management
"Shannon O'Neill, the GOAT of all collaborators, who understood my vision, my passion, and my voice - you are now in the family, Shannon!" - Symone Sanders, MSNBC host and Former Senior Advisor and Chief Spokesperson to the Vice President of the United States
"Shannon, you and I both know what a critical role you have played in the conceptualization of both Four Seasons and Surrounded By Others. I could not have come anywhere near the level we achieved in these two books without your partnership. Thanks again from the bottom of my heart. What you have given me is indescribably wonderful." - Author J.W. Freiberg
"Completely devoted, Shannon O’Neill is a delight to work with. She is imaginative, hard-working and a smart writer and editor. If you need to get a book done, Shannon delivers." –Sean Desmond, Vice President, Harper Books
"Shannon is a bright, shining gem in the publishing world. She has that magical combination of expertise, intuition, and kindness that is so much more than the sum of its parts. She not only understands how to help authors find the most compelling version of their story, but also deploys her extensive industry knowledge to position books for success in the current marketplace. I love working with her!" –Christina Henry de Tessan, VP, Strategic Partnerships, Girl Friday Productions
"Shannon gave our book structure, and gently suggested ways we could make our message more clear, without changing the narrative voice. She is highly professional and skillful, able to see the broader themes and bring them out in a way that brought clarity and flow to the book. Our editors at Scribner thought very highly of her work, and I would never want to write a book again without her help!"–Lea Berman, former White House Social Secretary and author of Treating People Well
"Embarking on a book is a bit like planning a voyage to unknown territory. You want an able, confident, committed first mate. For my first book I found a true partner in Shannon. She worked through every layer of complexity with grace, professionalism and attention to detail. I can not imagine having any one better on board!" –Tom Sheridan, Author of Helping the Good Do Better