Don't worry about anything other than what matters most: your story.
Science fiction and fantasy developmental editing that celebrates queer and inclusive voices.
Your guide through the creative wilderness.
Getting your SFF novel ready for the world can be a long, arduous journey—but you don’t have to go it alone.
Craft-focused editorial feedback can help you figure out where your manuscript stands, where you want to take it next, and how you can get there without fruitless detours and frustrating pitfalls.
You're in the right place for:
Actionable, tailored feedback
Nothing about storytelling or writing is one-size-fits-all. Get personalised guidance that’s completely centred on your work.
Specialised queer SFF support
You deserve to work with an editor who really gets your work, and is as enthusiastic as you are about your genre and writing niche.
A creative confidence boost
Writing is hard! If you’re feeling lost, a fresh and knowledgeable perspective can highlight your strengths and help you stride forward with confidence.
Hello! I’m Jake (they/them).
I can help you look under the hood of your story to see where the magic is working and how you could shape it further.
Since 2019, I’ve been working directly with authors to do just that. I’m a developmental editor based in the UK with clients worldwide.
I work with authors who are writing science fiction, fantasy and other speculative fiction for adult and young adult audiences.
My primary focus is on queer SFF—that is, speculative stories told through a queer lens, with LGBTQIA+ characters, themes and/or worldbuilding. I also welcome the opportunity to work on any type of inclusive SFF that centres marginalised voices and stories.
The world needs your story, and I’d be honoured to work with you to help you get it ready for readers.
Make sure that what's on the page is doing the story in your head justice.
Stories change the world, one reader at a time. Whether you have found empathy, validation or escape between the pages of a book, you already know the transformative power of fiction. But unlocking your own novel’s storytelling magic is much easier said than done. It's time to make sure that when your novel meets its readers, they are captivated from the first page to the last.
Services
For wherever you are on your writing journey.
Planning Feedback
Started developing your novel but want some feedback before you draft? These services will help make sure your story’s foundations are strong so that you can build on them with confidence.
Planning feedback >>Manuscript Feedback
Finished drafting but not sure how to approach your next round of revisions? These services will help you develop your manuscript so that it really resonates with readers.
Manuscript feedback >>Pitch Feedback
Getting ready to submit your novel to agents, or to market it directly to readers? These services will help you polish your pitching materials so that they grab your audience’s attention.
Pitch feedback >>
