Over the years we have developed a loyal clientele of independent authors and publishers who rely on our services for their publishing and printing needs. Here are some of their testimonials...

Victoria Munro

Author of The Small Biz Balancing Act

“You did a very impressive job—the books are gorgeous! I’ve since recommended your company to a couple of clients. Your timely responses to my questions and outstanding customer service were exceptional. Thank you for making the process of bringing a book into the world easy and fun!”

Jean Freeman

Author of Where Does Your Dog Sleep

“Please pass along to the appropriate people my congratulations on my dealings with Friesens during the production of my children’s book “Where Does Your Dog Sleep?” The quality of the finished product is excellent, and the reproduction of the illustrations is top notch. Donovan Bergman was most professional and a tremendous help (especially to a new author with a maiden publication!). Thanks again for a quality product at a competitive price. I will be back!”

Lindsy O’Brien

Publisher of Overburden

“I wanted to email you to tell you how wonderful the books turned out. I was so impressed—they were as professional and high quality as I could have imagined. For a first-time independent publisher and her first-time author, that was amazing. I think we both got a little teary when we opened the boxes. Thank you so much for your help with everything. I know I had a lot to learn as his was my first time through the process, but I so appreciate your patience and guidance along the way (and I’ll be a lot more on top of things the next time around). The book is doing well too... I may be looking at a reorder sometime in the near future. Thanks again and have a great day!”

Howard Gontovnick

Publisher of The Manual of Optimal Behaviors

“Please pass on my sincere appreciation to everyone at Friesens for the excellent service and production of The Manual of Optimal Behaviors. We are very excited and satisfied how everything has worked out, especially the final product. I am looking forward to an ongoing relationship with Friesens and remain quite optimistic of a successful future because of this association.”

Jean Crozier

Author of No Corner Boys Here

“This morning I realized that I had not let you know about the award I received on May 30th in Los Angeles for my book, No Corner Boys Here. In May, I received an invitation to attend the 2008 IPPY Independent Book Publishers Award ceremony in Los Angeles, where I was presented with a Bronze Medal in the ‘Best Non-Fiction, Canada West’ category—what a huge, huge honor! And of course, you know what that means to the book-buying public! So, I want to make sure that you and your staff receive my sincere thanks for the work they did, for Jim’s never-ending patience and professionalism, and for all-round efficiency with which this job was completed. I do understand that projects such as mine present their own difficulties (first time author, first time direct contact with a book producer... all that that entails); I was treated honorably and respectfully throughout the process. My sincere thanks to all of you.”

Sarawjeet Panesar

Publisher of Lilydale History Book

“I just wanted to let you know that I have received the books. I’d like to thank you for your patience throughout this project and for all the work that you put in to getting this history printed and sent to us in plenty of time for our launch. The book looks incredible.”

Janis and Fred

Author of Rapunzel

“We finally received the Rapunzel book a week or so ago and I think it looks fantastic. The laying out of Rapunzel was a collaborative effort with my wife Janis. I had the stripping background and she knows design and grammar much better than I. We make a fairly good team. Don’t listen to what the neighbors say about all the screaming coming from our house. This was a first effort for us working with InDesign or any computer layout program for that matter. I am from the “fold up a piece of paper” pagination school of layout. From the very beginning you were very helpful and understanding of our newbie-ness. Thank you for all your patience and assistance. We hope to be back in the not-too-distant future with another project. It has been a lot of fun and the book really looks great.”

Jim Sloman

Author of The State of the World

“Working with your company has been a wonderful experience. I definitely look forward to working with you again. Congratulations on building such a fine team.”

Marilyn Heinrichs

Publisher of Magic at the Museum

“I received the shipment of Magic at the Museum on Friday a week ago and have been busy ever since selling the books and placing them at various local stores. The book has been well received, beyond what I had hoped at the beginning stages. This is all quite exciting. I wish to thank the staff at Friesens for producing such a professional book.”

Julie Eng

Author of Zarrow - A Lifetime of Magic

“I am hoping to get my copy of the book on Monday when David brings back one of the advance copies for me from NJ. He’s going to be at the convention for the book launch. You are so so so kind to meet this deadline for us. You have no idea how much we appreciate this attention to our file. I know you must put up with a lot of stressed out folks and I’m sure I must be one of the more nutty lot—but truly, it’s thanks to your attention and care that I can sleep at night! You are the best. Really appreciate all that you have done… we’re working on more projects to send your way! Thank you again!!!!!”

Patricia J. Moser-Stern

Author of 1 Piece of Advice

“My experience in dealing with Friesens was wonderful. From the first meeting with Fred Cheetham to subsequent wonderful customer service from Theodore Jutras... to an amazing end product—there are not enough words to praise the professionalism and customer service provided by Friesens. We made a conscious choice to print on-shore, during a time when many are opting for off-shore because of the price differential. However from our perspective Friesens was cost comparable, when you take into the account of the extended shipping times, the currency risk as well as the lack of direct knowledge of the printers quality production. Too many people focus just on the price and forget all the factors that are involved in an excellent value proposition. So kudos to your company. We will use you again for our reprint and I would not hesitate for a moment recommending you to others (as I have already done). Congratulations for having such great people working for you!”

Donna G. Sutherland

Author of Nahoway

“The books arrived safely on Friday afternoon! They look gggggggggggreat, I’m very pleased. Thanks again for your assistance, guidance, and friendship, all of which has made the process rather painless.”

Diane Drexler

Publisher of Old Farm

“I just got the boxes of Old Farm in. They are jaw-dropping gorgeous! Thanks for all your hard work on this project!”

Gerry Carline

Author of Duncan’s War

“I appreciate the very efficient manner in which my account was handled. The quality of the book is first rate and its delivering was on time”

Mary Lou Peters

Author of Mackinac Island Meditations

“Wonderful work by all involved! My questions were answered respectfully and promptly. Greg and Karen designed a masterpiece. Friesens has all the answers to questions I didn’t know I had! You can be very proud of your staff. I have recommended you already.”

Sharon Faloon

Publisher of Refractions

“Everyone is raving on how great Refractions looks and we are so happy that you delivered them to us on time. Make sure to tell your entire team how happy we are. Thank you so much and keep up the good work!”