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Start the Conversation with Bright Side Author

Every project, story, and speaking opportunity starts with a conversation. If you are interested in working with me, learning more about one of my professional services, or discussing an upcoming event, I would be glad to hear what you have in mind.



I am Jo Elizabeth Pinto, an author, editor, Braille proofreader, ghostwriter, and speaker. Through Bright Side Author, I combine my experience with writing and communication to offer personalized services for writers, individuals, organizations, and event planners.

You can contact me about editing services, Braille proofreading, ghostwriting services, or speaking engagements. Because I work independently rather than as part of a large team, your inquiry comes directly to me.

Tell me a little about what you need, and we can determine whether my experience and services are a good fit for your project.

Get in Touch With Jo Elizabeth Pinto

The easiest way to begin is to use the contact form on this page and provide some basic information about your project or inquiry.

The more relevant information you can share, the easier it will be for me to understand what you are looking for.

For a writing project, tell me what you are working on, what stage the project has reached, and the type of support you need. For Braille proofreading, provide an overview of the material and approximate scope. If you are interested in booking a speaking engagement, include information about your organization, audience, event, preferred topic, and anticipated date.

You do not need to have every detail finalized before contacting me. A clear overview is enough to begin the conversation.

What to Include in Your Message

A helpful initial message does not need to be long, but providing a few important details can make the conversation more productive.

Include your name and preferred contact information along with the service you are interested in. Then provide a short description of your manuscript, Braille project, ghostwriting idea, or speaking event.

For project based services, include relevant timing information when possible. For speaking inquiries, include the anticipated event date and audience.

If you are unsure which service you need, simply explain what you are trying to accomplish. I can review your inquiry and determine whether one of my services appears suitable.

Editing Services Inquiries

If you have written a manuscript or another piece of content and believe it would benefit from a fresh perspective, contact me about editing services.

When submitting your inquiry, it is helpful to explain the type of writing you have created, its approximate length, where you are in the writing process, and what you hope editing will accomplish.

I approach editing with respect for the writer’s individual voice. My goal is not to make your work sound like mine. Instead, I provide another perspective intended to help strengthen the writing while preserving the qualities that make it your own.

As the author of six books, I understand how much time, thought, and personal investment can go into a writing project.

Tell me about your manuscript, and we can discuss whether my editing services are appropriate for your needs.

Speaking Engagement Inquiries

I am also available to discuss speaking opportunities for schools, conferences, leadership groups, community organizations, and other appropriate events.

My speaking can draw on experiences involving writing, storytelling, resilience, overcoming challenges, communication, perseverance, self advocacy, disability, and personal growth.

If you are considering me for an event, please provide as much relevant information as possible in your initial inquiry.

Useful details include the event date, type of organization, expected audience, event format, preferred subject, and what you would like attendees to take away from the presentation.

Every audience is different, so understanding your goals helps me determine whether my background and speaking approach are a good match.

Bright Side Author is also home to information about my work as a published author.

I am the author of six books across fiction, young adult literature, memoir, and poetry. My debut novel, The Bright Side of Darkness, received a First Place Indie Book Award for Inspirational Fiction and was endorsed by best selling author Jim Stovall.

My writing also includes books such as Braided Love, Unbroken Love, Daddy Won’t Let Mom Drive the Car: True Tales of Parenting in the Dark, and Dancing with the Seasons: A Year in Simple Verse.

If you are looking to purchase one of my books, purchases are handled through Amazon rather than directly through Bright Side Author. Visit the Books page to explore the titles featured on the website and continue to the established purchase destination.

Bright Side Author does not process book orders, payments, or shipping directly.

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