Close the gap between the story you meant to tell and the one that ends up on the page.

Expert editing and coaching for novelists and comic writers who want their stories to land, not just get polite support.

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Here's the truth:

Most manuscripts don't fail because the writer lacks talent. They fail because the pacing drags, the stakes aren't clear, or the character work doesn't land.

My job? Show you exactly what's not working and how to fix it.

I work with:

  • Novelists and comic writers
  • Genre fiction (fantasy, sci-fi, horror, thrillers, crime, action/adventure)
  • Writers who are serious about improvement, not just validation

What I offer:

  • Manuscript evaluation
  • Comic script editing
  • Book coaching
  • Pitch package review
  • Beta reading
  • Consultations