Testimonials - Goose River Press, Waldoboro, Maine 207-832-6665

"Goose River Press and I have been working together for about five years now, and I have been most pleased with the quality of the work that the company produces."

"Debbie Benner did an outstanding job on my book. I was very pleased with her attention to detail and patience throughout the process. When I received the book I was equally impressed with the craftsmanship involved. It then became apparent to me that she has probably mastered the art of book-making."

"Editor Deborah J. Benner, through the Goose River Press, has not only provided me with first-rate publication services, but she has often served as my advisor and counsel in regard to appropriate content and vocabulary. Her standards for GRP are lofty but reasonable, and she is open to qualifying explanations for the writer's rationale for developing poems and storylines. In a self-publication of a poetry collection (An Irish View of the Country) and in a traditional publication of a short story collection (A Long Farewell), Debbie has treated me most professionally and made many accommodations for my amendments and corrections. The Goose River Press is a high quality and most dignified publishing house under the skilled and knowledgeable direction of Debbie Benner."

"I’m writing to express my deep appreciation to Deborah Benner and Goose River Press for everything that they have done to make my recent book, 'Catnip Daydreams' a reality.

" When I first began looking for a company to publish my collection of cat cartoons I thought the process would be simple. Quite to the contrary. The various plans, options and schemes offered by the companies that specialize in self-publishing were baffling, confusing and nearly impossible to understand. In addition I could not find a single one who would trim the book to the size or horizontal orientation I envisioned for my project. For many weeks I dealt with the frustration, and had very nearly given up hopes of my book ever coming to fruition.

" When a friend of mine in Maine suggested Goose River Press I went through the now-familiar motions of sending an email inquiry. I assumed that I would run up against the same blockades that had plagued my efforts up to that time. Instead I discovered a company that seems to truly understand my needs, was able to accommodate them, and most significantly was able to walk me through a process which was very unfamiliar and had become intimidating to me.

"I have worked in the customer service industry for more than 30 years and I scrutinize those companies and individuals with whom I have business dealings with a keen and uncompromising eye. Unless I receive impeccable customer service I take my business elsewhere.

"I am delighted to be able to recommend Debbie Benner and Goose River Press. They have proven themselves to be extremely sensitive and responsive to the needs of their customers. They more than measure up to my very high standards for customer service.

"Goose River Press is the very first place (and will likely be the last necessary place) anyone interested in self-publishing needs to go for service in this field."

"I have self-published a workbook. It was my first experience and Deborah was very helpful and patient with all the questions I had. She helped me set my book up just the way I wanted it to be. Service was always prompt and very professional."

"I could have never found a better source to accomplish my mission of getting my book in print. When I got my first copy and began reading it, I felt so very grateful because Debbie from Goose River Press have given me so much personal attention and time to help me feel I was doing the right thing and everything was going to be great and so it was! I have recommended Goose River Press already to many friends and will continue to be grateful and appreciate Debbie's caring professional manner in publishing my book. Thank you. Gratefully, Bonnie."

"To Whom It May Concern:
I had my first set of books printed out a year ago, and being new to the whole business, I was very fortunate to be put in touch with Goose River Press. I worked directly with Ms. Debbie Benner, whom I can not praise highly enough! She was tremendous and a great help towards my endeavor. There was continued contact throughout the entire procedure, with follow ups as well. I am getting ready to have another larger volume printed, and have returned to Goose River Press to handle this for me. I recommend them highly, as they are not only extremely knowledgeable in this business, but they are very timely in getting the project at hand done, and their pricing is quite competitive. The client contact alone that I had with them speaks volumes! If you wish for more information from me, feel free to email me."

"I was very fortunate to have my book prepared by Goose River Press. Goose River Press is "top notch" in every respect, due in large part, because of your mentoring, guiding and availability to the author during the entire process of making ready a manuscript.

"During the process, your advice was always constructive and articulate. Needless, to say, I have received many compliments on the lay-out and craftsmanship of my book's construction.

"Goose River Press is the best! My thanks to you and your publishing company."

"We are Eugene and Serene Hackel, who worked for two years to write a novel based on a true story. We were fortunate to find Debbie Benner at Goose River Press, who took our manuscript and produced a beautifully formatted hard cover book. Her combination of technical skill and artistic talent resulted in an easy to read and handsome presentation. Working with her was a delightful experience."

"I found Debbie Benner through the Internet and came to Goose River Press with only a concept in mind that it was time to publish my poems. At that point I didn't know the length of the chapbook, the size, the title, the theme, the font, or what would be required from me to make this all happen. Debbie Benner, of Goose River Press was the perfect person to be connected with for my chapbook. She is professional, responsive, helpful, and thoroughly knowledgeable about the entire process. She helped me understand exactly what my limitations were as far as length and depth of the poems, reproduction expectations in relation to photography, and exactly what I had to provide to get the kind of book I wanted in the end. When I would ask for her advice or suggestions, she would remind me that this was my book and I could do whatever I wanted, but her expertise helped me choose the right font, the perfect photos, the stock and finish. I was very happy with the perfect binding. I am happy I went with the whole package she offered, leaving her to deal with bar code, Library of Congress registration, ISBN, etc. It all makes for a more impressive package and feels like a greater accomplishment. My many friends and huge family wouldn't have been more impressed if someone had paid me to write these poems and publish them. I'm already working on my second chapbook and when it's time, I'll definitely come back to Debbie Benner and Goose River Press."

"Seeing the first copy of my book Kinship; Creator and Creation; Selected Poems left me more than pleased, for the Goose River Press staff had put together the book totally as I had visualized it."

—Charles A. Norton, Cincinnati, OH

"The only three attributes sought in a printer/publisher are PDQ -- Price, Delivery, Quality. Finding one is helpful, Finding two is rare. But Goose River Press excels in all three! Thank you."

—Allan Young, Fairlane House Books, Springfield, MO

"I received the book shipment today, and wanted to thank you for the professional quality work you put into the development of the book. I couldn't be more satisfied with the results."

—Jim Charbonneau, Wake Forest, NC

"Deborah J. Benner of Goose River Press produces the finest quality books (and at the most reasonable prices in the US) which rival any printer. DeeMar Communications has had the privilege of working with her for 4 years now with great success. We have received nothing but rave reviews on the quality of our publications, and I can attribute this to the individualized attention and care Ms. Benner has given to each of our projects. She has a way of making her customers feel as if they are her only ones. We highly recommend Goose River Press."

—Diane Tait, DeeMar Communications

"Throughout, Deborah Benner made sure that I was kept informed of anything and everything related to the project...Deborah Benner is a master of friendly communication. I was never made to feel inadequate or inept, and she encouraged me when I was down and kept my spirits up throughout. As a former residential business contractor, I found her to be very knowledgeable. Her firm benefits from her skill and experience."

—Gerald W. Brekke,

910 N. 4th St., St. Peter, MN 56082

"I have received many nice letters and notes from friends stating they are impressed with your books."

—Dorothy Mehal

2349 Norman Dr., Stow, OH 44224-2799

"Comments on book have been very favorable. All do like the quality of the book."

—Phil Barragate

floryb@adelphia.net