I work with some of the smartest, most talented folks in publishing. How lucky am I? But enough about me. Here's what other people have to say about me:
"Betsy Rapoport is one of the smartest, kindest, most honest and hard-working people on the face of God's green earth. I would hire her to do literally anything. I would leave her in charge of my children, dogs, and kidneys. In our many years of close professional collaboration and joyful friendship, I watched Betsy work miracles for me and my career, as well as for others and their careers. I try hard not to be jealous of these people. When you are working with her too, I shall try not to be jealous of you. But it won't be easy. Betsy is a priceless alloy. Enjoy!”
–Martha Beck, life coach columnist for O, The Oprah Magazine and author of Expecting Adam, Finding Your Own North Star, The Joy Diet, Leaving the Saints,Steering by Starlight, and the Four-Day Win
"Betsy Rapoport is an enormously experienced editor/collaborator with a signature enthusiasm and true gift for helping authors become their best selves. I recommend her wholeheartedly.”
–Suzanne Gluck, co-head, William Morris Endeavor Book Department
“Betsy Rapoport is like a CSI specialist: she finds the book hidden inside that pile of a manuscript blocking the view across your desk. Patiently, carefully and with a fine sense of adventure, she Minds the treasure you always knew was there.”
–David Rosenthal, publisher, Simon & Schuster
“Betsy Rapaport expertly got me to the first finish line of a golden proposal with her master's-hand edits. I appreciate her brilliant mind, her honest, direct feedback, her warm and generous guidance, and her humorous take on the world. She's my go-to editor whenever I need to polish a piece before sending it off to the big-guns press; her sharp, intelligent eye always makes me look my best.”
–Dr. Deborah Condren, business psychologist, career and executive coach, author of Ambition is Not a Dirty Word
“Betsy Is just what an agent wants for her client: an editor and writer of incredible skill, who is able to capture the author's voice and message and bring it to the page in full flower. She's a pleasure to work with: responsive, tireless, and passionate about her projects and their authors.”
–Linda Loewenthal, agent, David Black Literary Agency
“Betsy Rapoport is an editing angel, soul sister, and partner in happiness-spreading. She's not only superbly talented at what she does, but is funny, kind, creative, and oh so wise. A joy to work with!”
–Mercy Shimoff, New York Times bestselling author of Happy for No Reason and coauthor of Chicken Soup for the Woman's Soul
“Betsy Rapoport is one of those rare editors who not only can stand outside of but also see it from within. She has an uncanny way of identifying with the author and the author's work, putting herself right inside the mind of the characters, inside the psychological and physical real of the landscape, convincing the author to trust that she will always stand by the book. She is a thorough, meticulous and sensitive sculptor, transforming a tenuous book into a literate work that shines.”
–Lucinda Franks, Pulitzer Prize winner and author of My Father's Secret War
“Betsy has an amazing ability to deconstruct and reconstruct a manuscript, then polish it so it shines. And she's not only smart and fast—she's very funny!”
–Jim Levine, principal, Levine Greenberg Literary Agency
“Betsy Report was invaluable to the success of my last novel, The New York Times bestseller Queen Takes King. In addition, I found her joy to work with—and I look forward to working with her on future projects.”
–Gigi Levangie Grazer, author, Queen Takes King, The Starter Wife, and Maneater