Your Romantasy Deserves an Editor Who Gets It
Developmental editing, manuscript evaluations, and outline reviews for romantasy authors—from an editor who has read the books, knows the tropes, and genuinely loves the genre.
Built for the Specific Magic of Romantasy
Romantasy isn't just fantasy with a love interest tacked on. It's a genre with its own reader expectations, tropes, and a high-wire balancing act between action and romance.
It deserves an editor who understands all of it. You're in the right place if you're writing:
✦ A fantasy world with a slow-burn romance at its heart
✦ A magic system that mirrors your characters' emotional journey
✦ Enemies-to-lovers, fated mates, or found family dynamics woven into an epic plot
Whether you're drafting, revising, or somewhere in between, I can help you figure out what your story needs and how to get there.
The Romantasy Balancing Act Is Real
Here's what I see most often in romantasy manuscripts: the romance is working, or the fantasy plot is working.
But getting both to pull equal weight at the same time? That's the hard part.
Maybe your plot momentum stalls every time your characters get close. Maybe the romance feels rushed because you were trying to keep the action moving. Maybe your worldbuilding is gorgeous but it's sitting on top of the story instead of being woven through it.
These aren't flaws. They're the specific craft challenges that come with writing a genre that asks a lot of its authors. And they're exactly what developmental editing is for.
How We Can Work Together
The full in-depth feedback and editorial letter your manuscript needs. I'll look at everything from plot structure, character arcs, the romance progression, pacing, worldbuilding integration, and how all of it fits together. You'll receive line-level feedback and a detailed editorial letter with clear, prioritized revision guidance so you know exactly what to work on and in what order.
Best for: Completed or near-complete drafts ready for detailed feedback
A focused, high-level assessment of your romantasy manuscript. You'll get honest, specific feedback on your story's major strengths and the key areas that need work. If you're not sure whether your story is ready for a full developmental edit (or for querying), this is a great place to start.
Best for: Writers who want a clear outside perspective before committing to a full revision
Sometimes you don't need a full edit. You need to talk it out with someone who knows what they're looking at. Coaching calls are a focused conversation about your manuscript, your process, or wherever you're stuck. We'll work through your specific questions and you'll leave with a clear direction forward.
Best for: Plotters and plantsers who want to build on a solid foundation
Have a plan but want to stress-test it before you write 90,000 words? I'll review your outline and give you detailed feedback on your structure, character arcs, romance beats, and plot logic. Catch the big problems before they become big rewrites.
Best for: Writers who are stuck, unsure, or just need a sounding board from someone with editorial expertise
An Editor Who Loves This Genre as Much as You Do
I've edited romantasy manuscripts. I know the genre's reader expectations, its beloved tropes, and the craft challenges that are specific to writing a story that has to deliver on both the fantasy and the romance elements.
That means when I read your manuscript, I'm not just applying general editorial principles to your story. I understand what romantasy readers are looking for, where the genre conventions are, and where there's room to do something unexpected with them. My approach to editing is collaborative, not prescriptive. My job is to help you write a better version of your story — not to push it in a direction that isn't yours.
You keep your voice. I help you make it louder.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Nope. I work with writers at all stages — from outline to near-final draft. The right service just depends on where you are. Not sure? Reach out and we'll figure it out together.
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Good. I'm interested in the full range of what this genre can do, not just the popular templates. If you're writing something a little different, I want to read it.
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Request a free sample edit. I'll read the first 2,000 words of your manuscript, give you a taste of my editorial style, and we'll both know pretty quickly whether this is the right partnership.
Ready to Work on Your Romantasy?
Whether you're revising a full draft or just starting to map out your outline, there's a way to work together that fits where you are right now.