Your vision, fully expressed.

Through manuscript evaluations and one-on-one conversations, I draw on my decades of editorial experience to provide concrete feedback and an action plan for revision that helps beginners and seasoned writers alike elevate the quality of their work and set themselves up for success.

  • "Kelly is always my first reader—before my agent, my editor, even my husband. She has a tremendous gift for seeing straight through to the core of both the problems with and potential of a story, and making specific and wise suggestions to take a story to the next level."

    Eleanor Brown, New York Times bestselling author of The Weird Sisters and The Light of Paris

  • "Kelly's razor-sharp eye and vast knowledge of story structure provided suggestions I would otherwise have missed. Thanks to Kelly's evaluation and feedback, I was able to strengthen my draft and my craft, eventually receiving multiple offers of representation."

    Lori Nelson Spielman, international bestselling author of Sweet Forgiveness and The Life List, adapted for film by Netflix in 2025.

  • "I can say without reservation that in the year and change that I have worked with Kelly, I have been given an education on writing. Kelly is my editor for life."

    James Smurawa, author of The Child of Atitecos: A Novel of Guatemala

  • "Even published novelists need a second trusted set of eyes to read their work. I count on Kelly to provide thoughtful insight and help me solve problems in my work."

    Susan Gregg Gilmore, author of The Curious Calling of Leonard Bush, The Funeral Dress, and Looking for Salvation at the Dairy Queen

  • "Kelly provided an insightful evaluation that really opened my eyes. I would, without hesitation, recommend Kelly's editing services."

    Randy Richardson, author of Cheeseland, Lost in the Ivy, and Cubsessions, and president of the Chicago Writers Association

  • "The review Kelly provides is detailed, with concrete areas to work on. It lifted my confidence in the manuscript. I would not hesitate to use her services again!”

    Randi Samuelson-Brown, author of Attrition

  • "Kelly goes the extra mile in providing professional input that is itself well worth the cost of the service. I highly recommend her to both the novice and seasoned writer."

    Paul Andrew, author of Ankathata’s Freeze

  • “After receiving feedback from my agent regarding edits she wanted to see in my novel, I was at a loss as to how to proceed. Working with Kelly, I was able to understand what needed to change and, most importantly, how to make those changes while holding on to the integrity of my story."

    Debra Pickett, author of Reporting Lives

  • "Working with Kelly is a pleasure—her input is well thought out and helpful, and comes with the empathy of a writer who knows how to deliver constructive advice, creative to creative.”

    Claire Zulkey, author of An Off Year 

  • "Kelly took an interest in my project and gave me wonderful suggestions and the validation I needed to take the next steps in getting my novel published. I highly recommend her services."

    John Cassara, author of Demons of Gadara and On the Trail of Terror Finance

  • "Working with Kelly helped me elevate the quality of my novel several notches."

    Caryl Dierksen, author of Teaching Mysteries 201: The Strike

Editorial Services

Manuscript Evaluations

Get your work ready for submission or publication.

The revision process can be a mysterious and frustrating experience when you go it alone. Working with a seasoned editor and author who has been in your shoes can help you make and execute a plan for a revision that moves you closer to your goals for publication. This service empowers you to:

  • Understand your audience 

  • Pinpoint your draft’s strengths

  • Identify aspects that need work       

  • Create a plan for revision

  • Clarify your goals

  • Persist through setbacks

  • Move closer to publication

Editorial Consultation

A conversation with an editor who gets it can help you untangle a knot — and keep going

Sometimes it can be helpful to talk through a tricky section in your draft or troubleshoot a plot question with someone who understands the drafting process as an author and an editor. An editorial consultation is a quick way to get actionable feedback and keep making progress on your draft. This service empowers you to:

  • Articulate what’s not working, and what is

  • Receive feedback on a single aspect of your draft

  • Get a fresh perspective and move past the obstacle

Legacy Projects

Coming soon!

Let’s talk about your project.