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"Maya's writing style is engaging and concise. She interprets and follows guidelines expertly, delivers articles on or before her deadlines, and turns in extremely clean copy that can, in most cases, go straight to print. I love that I can request her help on an assignment and not have to worry that the end product will be off the mark, late, or sloppy."

Adrinda Kelly
Senior Editor
The Princeton Review

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"Maya is very intelligent and synthesizes complex information quickly. She perseveres and keeps digging for the needed information and isn't timid about trying different sources--all essential attributes for a good reporter."

Judith Crown
Senior Editor
Forward Magazine

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“When I assign a story, regardless of subject, to Maya, I know I'm going to get something before deadline that requires little editing and is on point. On the rare occasion when editing is required, Maya is open to suggestions and reworking a story as necessary. She is also always enthusiastic and never delivers an excuse instead of a story.”

Jeff Stacklin
Online Editor
Crain’s Cleveland Business

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