About

“Enjoy the credibility authorship brings you with a well-edited book you can market with pride.”

Barbara McNichol is passionately committed to helping authors achieve accuracy and artistry, clarity and creativity through the written word. Barbara delivers expert editing that puts your book on the pedestal it deserves. She has worked with 200+ amazing authors since she founded Barbara McNichol Editorial in 1994.

She provides expert editing of quality books in business, self-help, health care, how-to, spirituality, and additional nonfiction categories. As founder of Barbara McNichol Editorial, she enthusiastically helps authors put their passion on the page. A long-term member of the National Speakers Association (NSA), she’s active in Colorado and Arizona chapters and is chair of Writers/Publishers Professional Emphasis Group for 2010-2011. 

Barbara has given programs to Scottsdale Society of Women Writers, AuthorSmart, National Association of Independent Writers and Editors (NAIWE), Society of Southwestern Authors (SSA), and TipsProducts International as well as at the National Speakers Association and Canadian Association of Professional Speakers. 

Barbara enjoys living in the Sonoran desert in Tucson, Arizona, with her hubby, Byron. Almost newlyweds, they recently celebrated their 20th anniversary. 

How does Barbara work with nonfiction authors? Check out this page for full details. 

WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT BARBARA’s EDITING -  

Barbara is not only knowledgeable, she is reliable in follow-through, honest in her assessments, and straightforward in her approach. All that, and she’s a ton of fun as well. I appreciate Barbara’s warm ways and good humor just as much as her editing work.”

- Patricia Katz, Press Pause, Press On 

“Barbara brings a lot to the table editing nonfiction book projects. She has an ability to capture your voice and content to produce a quality manuscript you’re thrilled with. She acts with integrity and keeps her deadlines and commitments. A class act.”
 – Sam Horn, America’s Intrigue Expert and speaker, author, consultant of POP! and Tongue Fu! 

“Great editing—appreciate you. Choose JOY!” 
- Lynn Tellford-Sahl, Intentional Joy 

“Barbara’s expertise in reviewing manuscripts is top notch, far outshining her competition. I trust her results always and receive high value.” — Dr. Caron Goode 

“I needed your input and expertise, and you were there for me.” — Eric Chester, CSP, CPAE, Generation Why 

Barbara has been invaluable in completing each of my 7 best-selling books. More than a great editor, she takes my projects from start to finish on tight deadlines. She has surpassed both my publisher’s and my own expectations. A super professional, dedicated, caring—a lovely person to work with. — Robert Shemin, author, real estate expert 

Thanks for your excellent and timely work. I appreciate all the support you have given—immensely. — Peggy O’Neill, Walking Tall 

You have an amazing ability to pick up on my unique style and quickly do an edit that moved my book Cash and Control to a more professional level. You are a soul mate who works as a sprinter to meet the pace that worked best for me.” — Stefania Aulicino, The Entrepreneur’s Advocate 

“I have found working with you a pleasure and appreciate your editing skills, fast turnaround and your commitment to deadlines.” — Robin Speculand, Bridges Consultancy in Singapore 

Barbara grasped the essence of my message quickly and helped me perfect my writing so my final manuscript was the best it could be. She met every deadline and maintained her calm and professional demeanor throughout. — Richard Weingardt, PE, Forks in the Road, RAUT, columnist for Structural Engineering 

“Barbara, you can step into the chaos of a creative project and make sense of it.  Your playfulness and spirit have made my travels into this new arena very rewarding!” — Katherine Carol, Tango: Dance of Self-Discovery 

I have asked for Barbara’s inspiration and editorial skills for major projects such as book proposals, articles, and marketing materials. I highly value her professional opinion and integrity. Moreover, she delivers her work with an attitude of service and friendship that says, ‘I value you.’  — Caron Goode, Ed.D., author and psychotherapist