You’ve Written the Story.
Now Make It Unforgettable.
Your manuscript deserves more than a spellcheck.
Work with a professional fiction editor who will help you
strengthen your story, sharpen your writing and polish your
manuscript — without losing the voice that makes it yours.
Not sure what type of editing you need? That’s absolutely fine. Let’s talk.
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Professional Fiction Editing
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Your Story. Your Voice.
Find Your Next Step
Where Are You With Your Manuscript?
You don’t need to know the editing terminology.
Start with where you are now, and Wendy can guide you towards
the right level of support.
I’m Still Improving My Writing
Get detailed feedback on your first 500 words and discover the habits, strengths and patterns shaping your writing.
I’ve Finished My First Draft
Understand what’s working and what needs attention across plot, character arcs, pace, dialogue and narrative flow.
My Story Needs Deeper Work
Take a closer look at structure, scenes, character development, conflict, pacing and the overall architecture of your novel.
My Story Works, But the Writing Needs Polish
Refine sentence flow, clarity, consistency and style while keeping your voice recognisably yours.
I’m Nearly Ready to Publish
Catch the final spelling, grammar, punctuation, consistency
and formatting issues before your manuscript goes out.
Still not sure which service fits?
That’s completely normal.
Your Story. Your Voice.
Expert Guidance.
Hi, I’m Wendy.
I’m a professional editor, writer and tutor specialising in
crime and romance fiction. I know how much courage it takes
to hand your manuscript to somebody else – and I believe good
editing should strengthen your writing, not make it sound like mine.
My approach is collaborative, constructive and practical.
I’ll show you what is working, where your manuscript could be
stronger and what you can do next, while keeping your voice
firmly at the heart of the story.
Genre-aware feedback shaped around the expectations of your readers.
Professional editorial insight with an understanding of the author’s side of the process.
How It Works
Every manuscript is different. Wendy starts by understanding
where you are, what you want to achieve and the level of
editorial support that will genuinely help.
Tell Wendy About Your Book
Share a little about your manuscript, your genre, word count and where you are in the writing process.
You don’t need to know which editing service you need.
Receive Clear Editorial Guidance
Wendy will review your work and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback tailored to your manuscript and your goals.
Your voice stays yours throughout the process.
Move Forward With Confidence
Use Wendy’s feedback to strengthen your manuscript, develop your writing and decide what the next stage should be.
Follow-up discussion is available where appropriate.
What Writers Say About Working With Wendy
Thoughtful editing should leave you feeling clearer,
more confident and more connected to your story.
Wendy’s feedback was clear, constructive and incredibly helpful. I came away understanding both what was working and exactly where my manuscript could be stronger.
The editing process felt supportive rather than intimidating. Wendy respected my voice while helping me see the story from a completely different perspective.
I learned as much about my own writing as I did about the manuscript itself. The guidance gave me practical changes I could carry into the rest of my work.
Ready to discover what your manuscript needs?
Better Writing Starts
Before the Edit.
Join Wendy’s writer emails for practical editing insight,
manuscript advice and ideas that can help strengthen your
writing before you ever send it to an editor.
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to your reader.
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at the centre of the story.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You don’t need to have everything figured out before getting
in touch. Here are some of the questions writers often have
before working with an editor.
I don’t know what type of editing I need. Is that a problem?
Not at all. Wendy can look at your manuscript, discuss
where you are in the writing process and help you decide
which level of editing is most appropriate for your
project, budget and goals.
Will editing change my writing voice?
The aim is to strengthen your manuscript while keeping
your voice recognisably yours. Wendy’s suggestions are
there to help you think about your choices; you remain
in control of which changes you make.
Do you work with first-time authors?
Yes. Wendy’s services are particularly well suited to
writers who want both editorial feedback and practical
guidance that helps them improve their craft as they
work through their manuscript.
How much will editing cost?
The cost depends on the length of the manuscript and
the level of intervention required. Wendy may ask to
see a sample of your work before confirming the most
suitable service and giving you a clearer indication
of cost.
How long does manuscript editing take?
Turnaround varies according to manuscript length and
the type of edit. A manuscript evaluation may take
around 5–10 working days, while a full developmental
edit of a novel can take considerably longer depending
on the amount of intervention required.
Can I speak to Wendy about the feedback?
Yes. Several of Wendy’s services include, or offer the
option of, an online meeting so you can discuss the
feedback, ask questions and decide what your next step
should be.
Do you only work with crime and romance authors?
Crime and romance fiction are Wendy’s specialist areas.
If your project falls outside those genres, you can
still get in touch and Wendy can advise whether she is
the right editor for your work.
What should I send when I first get in touch?
Start with a short description of your book, its genre,
approximate word count, where you are in the writing
process and what you feel you need help with. You don’t
need to know the correct editing terminology.
Still have a question about your manuscript?
You’ve Done the Hard Part.
You’ve Written the Book.
Now give your manuscript the objective, professional attention
it deserves. Wendy will help you understand what is working,
what could be stronger and what your next step should be —
while keeping your voice at the heart of the story.
Tell Wendy About Your Manuscript
No obligation. No pressure. Just a conversation about your book.