Create decadent fiction

Is there anything better than sex? Yeah. A really good book. 
Congratulations—you finished your short story or novel! Now it's time for the next step. Together we'll polish your manuscript into the story of your dreams. You deserve an editor who understands your vision, is experienced in their craft, and is willing to put in the time to refine not only your book but you as an author.

I bring over a decade of editing experience, a lineup of referral clients from happy authors, and generous payment plans. As a fiction editor, I specialize in speculative, romance (all subgenres), and thrillers, as well as queer and neurodiverse spaces. By the time we're finished, your book will be even better than sex.

Check out my reviews and visit the discount page!

Part One

Core Editing Services

Polish your writing until it gleams.

Developmental Edit

When: Something's not quite right. Addresses plot, characters, and structure. Turns the story you wrote into the story of your dreams.

$0.02/word

Line Edit

When: Your story is sharp and your characters motivated, so it's time to polish your writing.

$0.02/word

Copy Edit

When: Your story is ready to go! I'll clean up the grammar and send it on its way.

$0.015/word
Part Two

Special Services

Special choices for special clients. (It's you. You're the special client.)

Opening Chapters

Snag readers with a powerful opening hook. Workshop those crucial first pages over two passes. Max of three chapters or 8000 words.

$150

Manuscript Evaluation

A Dev Edit Lite. Basic edit letter evaluating overall structure, plot, and character arcs. Addresses tension, pacing, motivation, and more, but in less detail. 

$0.01/word

Mentorship

Need more than an edit letter? I'll hold your hand through every step of editing, bounce ideas, cheerlead, and mentor you from "what do I do" to polished manuscript. 

Price varies

Sensitivity Read

I'll read your manuscript through my specific lived-experience lens. 

Nonbinary/agender, pan, aromantic, autistic, PTSD,
ADHD, & pagan.

$150

Discounts & Payment Plans

Saving money is sexy

Editing can be expensive, but it doesn't have to break the bank. Message me about my flexible payment plans.
Money still tight? I offer a 5% discount on initial services to anyone who self-identifies as LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, neurodiverse, and/or disabled. I'm also thrilled to offer a permanent 5% discount to my lovely return clients!

Reviews

Plenty more where these came from!
Lottie Lucille
"Best script doctor ever.... River is the best editor in my arsenal. They’re kind and keen-eyed, with a knack for pacing and amplifying tension. They cheer wholeheartedly for your characters, and help pinpoint their core arcs. They see what makes your story unique, and help sharpen those elements so they shine.
Can’t recommend River enough."
Mandy Rodrigues
"Working with them is a genuine delight. River tackles everything: developmental issues, character and tone, pacing, sensitivity issues, down to line edits. Their takes on neurodiverse and queer realities, particularly, are golden. Their style is honest and objective, often surgical, without ever being harsh or judgmental. River knows how to praise your good assets while showing you where and how you can do better.... Recommend them to everyone!"
Roger Sandri
"My amazing editor and cheerleader. All those comments on my manuscript taught me how to actually edit my book. I wish we’d worked together sooner, because I probably could’ve saved a few rounds of self-edits.... I'm thrilled with the work they've done to make Den of Stone a published novel I can be proud of. I know who I’m working with in the future."
Other Clients
"River’s notes and comments were everything I was hoping for and more." –Holly Cline

"Need an editor? I highly recommend River. Always kind and constructive. Your manuscript will be so much better." -Neil Bullock
"Can't wait for everything else we do together! You need them in your corner!" -Nikki McComas-Jimenez