Overview

Want to self publish your book? Looking for feedback before submitting to agents and editors? Trying to revise after a few rejections? You've come to the right place.

WHO AM I?

· I've got 17 years of experience, including 5 as an acquiring editor at Kensington Publishing.

· I now edit most types of fiction, including all genres of romance, mystery, fantasy (character-driven, cozy, and urban), sci-fi (dystopian, steampunk, time-travel), and YA.

· My goal is to help you best tell the story you want to tell. Most writers have had these stories in their head for years. I want to help you get them from your brain to the page in an engaging way that's sure to captivate your reader while staying true to your vision.

MY EDITING MOTTO: A good editor is a coach--not a critic.

· I offer specific, actionable feedback that not only strengthens your story but helps you learn and grow as a writer.

· I'll point out what you're doing right as well as making suggestions for what's not working.

WHO YOU ARE

· Whether you are looking to self-publish or pursuing traditional publishing (or you just don't know yet), I've handled authors at every stage of their journey. I've worked with authors who are just starting out and ones at the top of their publishing game, including NYT and USA Today bestselling authors.

· Edits can seem scary, but they don't have to be! Clients often tell me they felt nervous about receiving feedback, but my approach made them feel energized and gave them back the "spark" they needed to finish revising. My job is to give you the knowledge and confidence to help reach your goal, whatever it may be.

Services

Developmental Editing

Copy Editing

Editorial Assessment

Query Letter Review

Fiction

Contemporary Romance Cozy Mysteries Fantasy Historical Romance Paranormal Romance Romantic Comedy Romantic Fantasy Young Adult

Languages

English (US)

Certifications

B.A. in English--Mary Washington College
M.S. in Publishing--Pace University

Work experience

Freelance Editor

Self-employed

Aug, 2012 — Present

Providing a variety of editorial services for publishers (such as Grand Central and Sourcebooks) and authors

Editor

Kensington Publishing

Feb, 2007 — Jul, 2012 (over 5 years)

Focused on Brava, Zebra, and KTeen imprints Worked with authors such as Mary Jo Putney, Cynthia Eden, Zoe Archer, Elizabeth Essex, Marni Bates, Dianne Duvall, and Rebecca Zanetti

Editorial/Production Assistant

Kaplan

Feb, 2006 — Jan, 2007 (12 months)

Editorial Intern

Harlequin

Jun, 2005 — Dec, 2005 (7 months)

Portfolio

The Potent Solution

Nova, Ashley

Spectrum Books

Rules for Second Chances

North, Maggie

The Mis-Arrangement of Sana Saeed: A Novel

Mughees, Noreen

Finding Her Panthers: Embracing The Bond

Edwards, T. D.

The Last White Truffle: A Jennifer Pope Romance Mystery

Kennedy, K.P.

Haven River Rescue (Haven River Brides Book 1)

Williams, Christie

Sin City Lights: A Hot Pilot Billionaire Romance (Sin City (A Hot Pilot Billionaire Romance Series) Book 1)

Iversen , Leigh

Claiming Her Vampire: Embracing The Bond

Edwards, T. D.

A Dash of Romance: A Steamy Contemporary Fauxmance (Mountain Valley Romance)

Campbell, Sydney

Her Cursed Apple (Regency Magic Faerie Tales Book 4)

Prokopovits, Eliza

After I Run (Immortal Billionaires Book 3): A Billionaire Romance

Sercia, Melissa

Murder Most Studious (Alice Stewart Mysteries Book 1)

Thornburg, L.M.

Tame My Racing Heart: A Romantic Suspense Novel

Duff, Kelly

Into The Fire: A Gripping Amateur Sleuth Mystery (A Rose Trudeau Mystery Book 1)

Giordano, Adrienne

Pretty Innocent Girls

Amy Oppenheim

A WILD RIDE A prisoner is locked in the shed next door. Suburban bystander Blake Davis knows he’s there, so why hasn’t she told the police? Wrestling with her response to the danger unfolding, Blake is drawn from the monotony of married life into the intoxicat... read more

Angel In Chains (Fallen)

Eden, Cynthia

Austentatious

Alyssa Goodnight

Goodnight's breezy style with a believable heroine, lively conflicts and lots of best-friend confidences elevates this above the usual chick lit fare. --Publishers Weekly"AUSTENTATIOUS is a fresh romantic adventure with a cast of characters who kept me turning... read more

Provoked (Dark Protectors Book 5)

Rebecca Zanetti

A TIME FOR WAR…A casualty of the war between the demons and the vampires, Jase Kayrs has been missing for six long years. His older brothers want answers—but they’re going to have to get them from an unlikely source. For when Kane Kayrs tracks down Amber Freeb... read more

Mistress by Midnight (Courtesan Court)

Maggie Robinson

First comes seduction. . .As children, Desmond Ryland, Marquess of Conover, and Laurette Vincent were inseparable. As young adults, their friendship blossomed into love. But then fate intervened, sending them down different paths. Years later, Con still can't ... read more

Bedding the Enemy

Mary Wine

Laird Keir McQuade is a newcomer to his title, and has much work before him to restore the McQuade honor. Finding a wife is an excellent start. He's duty-bound to go to court and swear homage to his king anyway, a perfect opportunity--were not court women trus... read more

The Trouble With Cowboys (Catcher Creek Book 1)

Melissa Cutler

It was their parents' ranch, through the good days and the bad. But if they want to hang on to their land, their pride, and their family, the three Sorentino sisters will have to reinvent it from the ground up--and one of them just may reinvent herself in the ... read more

Darkness Dawns (Immortal Guardians series Book 1)

Dianne Duvall

RT Reviewers' Choice Award for Best Vampire Romance NomineeIn this dazzling, sensual novel, Dianne Duvall beckons readers into a world of vampires, immortals, and humans with extraordinary gifts. . .where passion can last forever, if you're willing to pay the ... read more

Awkward (Smith High Book 1)

Marni Bates

I'm Mackenzie Wellesley, and I've spent my life avoiding the spotlight. But that was four million hits ago. . .Blame it on that grade school ballet recital, when I tripped and pulled the curtain down, only to reveal my father kissing my dance instructor. At Sm... read more

Devil's Kiss (Hellraisers)

Zoe Archer

A Handsome Devil1762. James Sherbourne, Earl of Whitney, is a gambling man. Not for the money. But for the thrill, the danger--and the company: Whit has become one of the infamous Hellraisers, losing himself in the chase for adventure and pleasure with his fou... read more

Warrior (Blades of the Rose)

Zoe Archer

To most people, the realm of magic is the stuff of nursery rhymes and dusty libraries. But for Capt. Gabriel Huntley, it's become quite real and quite dangerous. . .In Hot Pursuit. . .The vicious attack Capt. Gabriel Huntley witnesses in a dark alley sparks a ... read more

No Longer A Gentleman (The Lost Lords series Book 4)

Mary Jo Putney

Grey Sommers, Lord Wyndham, never met a predicament he couldn't charm his way out of. Then a tryst with a government official's wife during a bit of casual espionage in France condemns him to a decade in a dungeon, leaving him a shadow of his former self. Yet ... read more

Nowhere Near Respectable (The Lost Lords series Book 3)

Mary Jo Putney

Mary Jo Putney's riveting Lost Lords series unleashes a high stakes royal plot--which may prove easier for Damian Mackenzie to handle than his own unruly desire. . .He's a bastard and a gambler and society's favorite reprobate. But to Lady Kiri Lawford he's a ... read more

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Isabel M.

Apr, 2025

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Working with Megan was a dream. She gave her all and I received a manuscript that had been edited and thought deeply about. She delivered in a week which I thought was crazy for the amount of time and effort she put into it. I am eternally grateful for the new ways she made me think about my nove...

Anne J.

Apr, 2025

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Megan absolutely met and exceeded expectations. She was polite and professional through every interaction, working in a timely manner while being flexible with my chaotic schedule. She provided the best balance of genuine, productive critiques/suggestions to help me improve my manuscript while s...

Robin W.

Mar, 2025

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I thoroughly enjoyed my interaction with Megan. Crystal clear editing, suggestions and questions. I felt I was in the hands of a thorough professional, and I am entirely satisfied that my book was much better for the work Megan put in. I would be very happy to work with Megan again on similar pro...

Nancy W.

May, 2025

Megan was very professional to work with. She gave me a lot of suggestions on how to improve my manuscript. She was truthful without being hurtful. I would work with her again.

Tara S.

May, 2025

Working with Megan was great! She was prompt, professional, and also very friendly. I didn’t know how I would feel when I got my first ever editorial memo, but I was surprised to find that when I reached the end of it, the thing I felt most was excited! I could tell Megan really “got” my story, a...

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