When I am looking for project managers or editors I always think of Lynn. She provides excellent work that is completed on schedule, and she is pleasant to work with. Her work on the academic, multi-volume set Gothic Literature showed her product knowledge and commitment to detail. Lynn was involved in all aspects of the project, from creating the entry list to providing publishable entries. The set was well reviewed, including this reviewer’s note: “Students working on the ‘supernatural’ fiction of any of the authors will find this a treasury, and so it is recommended to academic libraries who have a call for such a tool” (Daniel Boice). Lynn has edited and/or managed many titles for Greenhaven Press, which targets a high school audience. She is adept at editing titles for this younger audience, and her work continues to be thorough, on time, and clean. I highly recommend Lynn for any writing/editing/project management position.
Jessica Bomarito, Senior Acquisitions Editor, Greenhaven Press/Gale, a part of Cengage Learning
Lynn is a true professional. She commits herself completely to every project and leaves no elements to chance. She is that rare professional that sees the big picture, the grand tapestry with all its implications, importance, and relevance—without ever losing sight of the details that form the fabric. Her proficiency as both a businessperson and a content expert make her a valuable asset across a wide swath of projects.
David Galens, Creative Director, Big Communications
I have worked as a colleague with Lynn while she was at Gale as an editor and project manager; I’ve worked for her while she was a Managing Editor of Product; and I have hired her for several projects while she worked as President of Zott Solutions as a freelance writer and editor. Lynn has a keen eye for detail; she is able to skillfully manage many large projects at one time; and she consistently delivers outstanding results on time and on budget. Lynn is personable, friendly, and punctual, and possesses an uncanny drive and determination to produce quality work.
Jeff Hunter, Senior Content Project Editor, Gale, a part of Cengage Learning
Lynn has consistently provided superb editorial service to us, bringing subject-matter expertise (especially in regard to literature and literature criticism), strong technical skills, and a proven ability for delivering projects on or ahead of schedule, with no need for revision.
Jim Person, Best Practices Specialist/IC Policy Manager, Gale, a part of Cengage Learning
Lynn can always be counted on to handle either specific or multiple assignments and deliver excellent results under tight deadlines. For example, she made significant and vital contributions to our team during a boom period when opportunities increased and success depended on keen editorial, time management and communications skills, as well as resourcefulness and flexibility. In addition to displaying these talents, Lynn is a delight to work with.
Roger Matuz, Business Development Manager, Gale, a part of Cengage Learning
Lynn Zott is an amazing writer and editor with a great eye for detail. I worked with Lynn at Gale Research for several years and afterward when she did contract work for the company. She understood what was needed for the projects she worked on, including deadlines, and wasn’t afraid to ask questions to make sure she got the project right. Lynn never offers less than her best.
Terrie M. Rooney, Product Manager, JSTOR
I have had the pleasure of working with Lynn over the past several years—first while she was managing editor of Literature Product at Thomson Gale, and later as the owner of Zott Solutions, Inc. Lynn is a meticulous editor who is highly skilled in all phases of book production—from editing and research to overseeing the typesetting process and managing independent contractors. You would be hard-pressed to find someone more knowledgeable about the end-to-end book production process than Lynn. While working at Thomson Gale and as owner of her own company, Lynn has developed a reputation for developing and identifying innovative QA processes and efficiencies that help her clients realize significant cost and time savings. She also consistently delivers high-quality work on or ahead of schedule to her clients. If you are looking for a consultant who can help you streamline your end-to-end publication processes or you are looking for someone who has the ability to manage or do the work in all phases of the book production process, you have found the right person. You will like Lynn’s work, and you will be pleased with what she is able to do for you and your company.
Jenny Cromie, Writer, Editor, and Marketing Professional