I have written, edited, or ghostwritten over 40 nonfiction books and catalogues in the fields of photography, art, self-help, health, and travel. One of these, The DHEA Breakthrough, made it to the national Top 20 in nonfiction sales and became a Book-of-the-Month Club selection.
"I found Cynthia to be an enthusiastic, reliable, and consummate professional; one who is able to coordinate details without losing sight of the big picture. She also possesses excellent people and communications skills and is a gifted writer and editor."
David J. Wagner, Curator/Tour Director, Endangered Species: Flora and Fauna in Peril (Wildling Art Museum, 2008)
"Continuing thanks and amazement at your work, diligence, and devotion. I am indebted to you for helping to make this book a beautiful reality."
Susan Jorgensen, I Am A Hunter Too (Rancho Zorra Editions, 2007)
"I am particularly indebted to Cynthia Anderson for her editorial and writing assistance. Her literary and technical skill and her enthusiastic support and focused attention were absolutely essential for the completion of this project."
Stephen Cherniske, in the acknowledgments of The DHEA Breakthrough (Ballantine, 1996)
Endangered Species: Flora and Fauna in Peril
Exhibition Coordinator and Editor/Coordinator, 64-page exhibition catalogue.
Made In Santa Barbara
Editor, 64-page exhibition catalogue for the Santa Barbara Museum of Art.
Magnum Founders: In Celebration of 60 Years
Editor, handcrafted limited edition portfolio by Verso Editions.
Women Beyond Borders: The Art of Building Community
Editor, 88-page exhibition catalogue.
Santa Barbara Foundation: 75 Years of Philanthropy
Project Manager/Editor, 80-page commemorative book.
The DHEA Breakthrough
Ghostwriter/Editor, 312-page best seller.
Channel Islands National Park: A Photographic Interpretation
Writer, 112-page photography book.
San Ysidro Ranch: A Century of Legendary Hospitality
Project Manager/Editor, 64-page commemorative book.
Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden
Project Manager/Writer, 96-page garden guide.
The Huntington
Project Manager/Editor, 64-page overview of the library, art collections, and botanical gardens.
King Arthur's Tournament
Project Manager/Writer, 32-page souvenir book for Excalibur Hotel & Casino.
The Mural Project: Photography by Ansel Adams
Editor, 112-page coffee table book.