Jennifer W.
Romance, Fantasy & Sci Fi Developmental Editor
If your romance or SFF manuscript has a strong concept but something still is not landing, the issue is usually structural. That is where I work. I specialize in developmental editing for romance, fantasy, and science fiction. I help serious authors strengthen story architecture, deepen emotional arcs, and deliver payoffs that build reader loyalty in a competitive market. In romance, I focus on: • Emotional arcs that feel inevitable • Escalating chemistry and tension • A third act that earns its resolution In fantasy and sci fi, I focus on: • Worldbuilding integrated seamlessly into plot • Clear stakes and escalation • Consistent internal logic • Character-driven momentum I do not copyedit grammar. I strengthen the foundation of your manuscript so every scene supports the larger narrative. Professional Background: • Current Developmental Editor at Bold Books, a romance-only publishing house • Former in-house developmental editor at Champagne Book Group • 50+ novels edited across romance and speculative fiction • 100% Job Success on Upwork • Published author with 7 books What you receive: • A strategic editorial letter with prioritized revision guidance • Inline commentary focused on structure, pacing, and character depth • Direct, actionable feedback I take on a limited number of projects at a time to ensure depth of analysis. A 5-page sample edit is available to confirm fit. If you are ready to elevate your manuscript at a structural level, send me a message and tell me about your project.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $3k
Billed in all: $7,759$7.8k
$333 in the last 6 months
Across 23 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 11% in Vellum
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
- Vellum19 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #2Top 11%🇺🇸#2 of 6
- #10Worldbuilding69 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #3Top 14%🇺🇸#3 of 20
- #23Plot Development108 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #10Top 21%🇺🇸#10 of 41
- #24Character Development171 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #10Top 14%🇺🇸#10 of 46
- #45Contemporary Romance174 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #21Top 26%🇺🇸#21 of 64
- #46Romance Writing257 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #20Top 18%🇺🇸#20 of 99
- #48Nonfiction Writing299 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #20Top 16%🇺🇸#20 of 115
- #55Dialogue Editing295 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #11Top 19%🇺🇸#11 of 61