Editing Services

Supernatural Thriller and Dark Fantasy Developmental Editor

I have spent thousands of hours studying how authors construct their stories, build their characters, and craft the worlds they inhabit. Through this work, I’ve learned exactly what draws a reader in—and what doesn’t—and what makes a character live on in a reader’s heart rather than wander off into the sunset.

A book needs to come alive and pull the reader into the action. As a supernatural thriller and dark fantasy developmental editor, I ensure your protagonist’s journey is immersive—allowing readers to see what they see, do what they do, and feel what they feel. I specialise in assessing point of view, pace, characterisation, and story development to help you shape a narrative that stays with your audience for years to come.

As an experienced developmental editor, I provide structured, professional feedback and regular communication, giving you the clarity needed to take your novel to the next stage. If you write thrillers, fantasies, or dark paranormal tales, I am the right partner for your project.

My Editing Services

I offer two distinct paths for authors looking to refine their manuscripts:

Developmental Editing

I provide a macro, bird’s-eye perspective of your manuscript, placing direct comments on the text to show you exactly where changes are needed. Where necessary, I provide “how-to” examples to illustrate my suggestions. I focus on critical elements such as structure, pacing, character arcs, POV consistency, and tense. In addition to the annotated manuscript, you will receive a comprehensive summary report highlighting the main areas for improvement.

Editorial Assessment

This high-level evaluation looks at your story’s structure, pacing, and character development from a bird’s-eye view. I will compile a detailed report outlining everything that needs to be fixed, amended, or restructured, including specific examples to guide your revisions. This is an ideal choice for authors who want a professional roadmap before diving into their next draft.

Work With a Specialist

If you are looking for a supernatural thriller and dark fantasy developmental editor who understands the nuances of your genre, I would love to hear from you.
Please complete the form below to request a quote. I look forward to helping you bring your story to life.

What Clients Are Saying

  • Frankly I can’t recommend her highly enough.

    Marie’s expertise are unquestionably worth the money and her experience is incredibly valuable to anyone aspiring to publish. She was attentive, responsive and enthusiastic throughout the entire process. Even after I received the edited manuscript she replied to all my questions immediately. Working with her has been a pleasure. Frankly I can’t recommend her highly enough. I’d definitely work with her again on any future books I write.
    S.P. Hurley

  • Working with Marie Anne on my script was an absolute pleasure

    Marie Anne’s professionalism and timely communication made the process smooth and enjoyable. She respected my voice as an author while pushing me to refine my work to its full potential. Thanks to her thoughtful developmental edit, my script is stronger, sharper, and ready for the next stage.
    I wholeheartedly recommend Marie Anne to any writer seeking an editor who combines skill, insight, and genuine care for both the story and the author behind it.
    Frank M.

  • She blew my expectations out of the water!

    Marie was fantastic to deal with, quick to respond and kept in touch every step of the process. And her level of detail and professionalism in what she delivered blew my expectations out of the water, will definitely want to work with her again.
    Nathan B.

  • Keen eye for detail.

    The sheer expertise Marie provided, has made me recover the faith that I will be able to communicate what I want to, as long as I surround myself with people like her who can make me see where my communication has gone wrong.
    Daniel M.

  • Remarkably thorough and consistently helpful.

    She didn’t just point out problems; she offered practical and effective solutions that have substantially strengthened the manuscript.
    Farah A.

  • Marie was a tremendous resource.

    Her experience, candor, and timeliness gave me the perspective I needed to move my project in an entirely different (necessary) direction. If you’re on the fence about an editor, look no further than Marie!
    Brett P.

  • Fantastic to work with!

    She was responsive and thorough. I would absolutely seek her out again.
    Kendall M.

  • Marie Anne went above and beyond.

    I expected that she would give me a report containing an evaluation of all aspects of my story, which she did. She also went through the manuscript and marked the parts with POV slips, plot holes, irrelevant descriptions, inconsistencies, and so much more.
    Rodrigo B.

  • I couldn’t thank her enough.

    I’m so thankful for her honesty because it pushed me to be better and how thorough the edit was. I would recommend her to anyone that needs just about anything.
    Elizabeth T. G.

  • Marie provided the challenge and support we needed.

    Initially, we thought we needed someone fluffy and encouraging, but Marie proved to be exactly what we required: direct, clean, and clear in her critique, without any sugar coating.
    James B.

  • Working with Marie was a joy!

    She had good advice that aligns with best practices of the industry and gave some insights about structure that I had not previously thought about. she has a fun personality and although her advice is objectively good she doesn’t project a feeling of superiority or mechanical nature. She’s fun, knowledgeable, and I’m confident others will enjoy working with her!
    Zechariah C.