Ellen Notbohm | For Editors and Publishers

For Editors and Publishers

As editors you have, of course, read Mark Twain's Roughing It? "Nobody except he who has tried it, knows what it is to be an editor... fancy how you would feel if you had to pump your brains dry every day in the week, fifty-two weeks in the year... Ever since I survived my week as editor, I have found...pleasure in..admiring the long columns of editorial, and wondering to myself how in the mischief he did it!"

And as editors, I'm hopeful that you "do it" with the help of dependable writers nimble enough to grab your readers' attention as they whiz through the current issue. I'm here to do that for you -- but don't take my word for it. I'll let your colleagues speak for me here, then please click over to What Readers Say for the rest of the story.

Cruise my article anthology. I write a lot about autism but I write about many other subjects as well, from baseball to genealogy to humor and to issues that confront and confound us in our vibrant 21^st century lifestyle. Twain also said, "To get the right word in the right place is a rare achievement." But I say, "Let's be able to say we never stopped trying."

What can I do for you?

What Editors and Publishers say about Ellen...

“Writers abound, but good writers who are also easy to work with and deadline conscious are precious and few. Ellen goes one step further and is never lacking for a fresh idea to delight our readers. She's a 'page one' writer all around!”

–Veronica Zysk, Managing Editor - Autism Asperger's Digest magazine

“Ellen's contributions to Children's Voice Magazine have been enormously popular with readers, and (copyright violations aside) it's not uncommon to find them widely circulated via email and the Internet. She clearly strikes a chord with parents and other readers, who value her insights and wisdom enough to share them with others who are experiencing similar issues.”

–Steve Boehm
Assistant Director of Publications
Editor in Chief, Children's Voice magazine
Child Welfare League of America

“Ellen’s writing has a way of reaching out to all readers; it feels as though she is in the room explaining her ideas to you. She truly dedicates all of herself to her work and to helping others in their personal journeys. It is no surprise to me that her audience is expanding worldwide!”

--Kelly Gilpin, Editorial Coordinator, Future Horizons, Inc.

“When Ellen's articles hit my desk, I always look for a way to include them in upcoming issues. I got more calls and emails about her autism article than about any other piece of editorial I've used in the last several years. Parents of typical and challenged children called to tell me how much they learned from her. Her writing is fantastic and she's a joy to work with!”

–Amy Leigh Wilson, Editor and Publisher, Mahoning Valley Parent Magazine

“Ellen is creative, clever, and passionate about her writing, making her very effective as an author and autism advocate. Her success means success for kids with autism.”

–R. Wayne Gilpin, President, Future Horizons, Inc.

“We at Parents and Kids consider it a great privilege to benefit from the wisdom and compassion that Ellen demonstrates in her writing. Her articles on the complex issues surrounding autism are informative, enlightening and give our readers a real sense of the challenges facing children and families who must cope with this disorder. But most importantly, she puts a face behind this disorder and reminds all of us that with love and understanding every child has amazing potential.”

–Heather Kempski, Editor, Parents and Kids

“Drawing from her experience as a parent, Ellen really brings the world of autism to life. Her work is impeccable, and her honesty and love for her children can easily be seen. Working with Ellen has really been a pleasure, and I look forward to continuing to do so.”

–AnnMarie Evola, Editor, ParentGuide News

“It is my pleasure to offer our readers and their families Ellen's useful and emotional insight about children and families living with autism. She makes the world a more understanding and better place for all.”

–Margo Perine, Editor, GVP Publications
Genesee Valley Parent Magazine / Rochester Woman Magazine

“Ellen has contributed two articles to Healing, which have been very well received by our more than 100,000 readers in the mental health, education and social services professions, as well the parents of children they serve. Our readers have said that they have gained great insight into the world of autistic children from her articles; they appreciate that Ellen uses her voice to clearly express what children with autism cannot.”

–Pat Sullivan, Senior Writer, KidsPeace/Healing Magazine

“Ellen is an editor’s dream, presenting good, clean copy, and keeping a constant finger on the readers' pulse with an eye toward delivering what they want. She is the perfect combination: highly intelligent, sensitive and tender, and funny!”

–Jennifer McCammon, Publisher and Editor, Portland Family Magazine

“When I came across Ellen's article "Ten Things Every Child With Autism Wishes You Knew," I immediately wanted to run it in our magazine. Ellen has a way of taking something complex and explaining it in terms the average reader understands. She writes about children with such love and understanding, she is a great advocate for them. She also speaks passionately to those who nurture, teach and love children on the autistic spectrum. I found her article inspiring, insightful and very hopeful.”

–Laurie E. Neill, Editor-in-Chief, The Village Family Magazine, Fargo, ND-Moorhead, MN