Hi, I'm Kathryn.

I’m a mum of two girls, living in the Blue Mountains of Australia. Walking and reading are my favourite things to do, and I would never pass up on board games and card games. Dutch Blitz is my favourite.

I write women’s fiction, young adult contemporary fiction, and thrillers. After receiving 18 requests on my women’s fiction, I’m shelving the project and planning to query my adult thriller soon. You can read more about my experiences on my writing blog page.

I am a freelance developmental editor who is a little bit addicted to running giveaways for free critique. Check out my services page for options to work with me, or sign up to my email list below for my monthly giveaway.

I have completed a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English with a sub-major in Linguistics. During my study I spent a semester in each Canada and England. Travelling is a huge joy of mine. I’ve visited the US and Canada as well as the UK and Europe, plus New Zealand, and lots of travel around Australia. 

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“If you're looking for the right person to hire to help you improve your novel, look no further! Kathryn has a keen eye to spot opportunities to make a scene stronger, to make your line-level writing shine and to point out continuity mistakes or incongruities. I had already done four drafts and multiple draft passes when Kathryn came in, and she managed to elevate my novel to heights that brought me much success in the query trenches! Plus, it's a real pleasure to work with Kathryn!"
Leftie AubéHorror writer & host of “Leftie Aubé’s Writing Podcast”
"Sending my manuscript to Kathryn was absolutely terrifying as a new author. I'd never let someone read my work before, and making yourself vulnerable to critique is never easy. And almost always stressful. Even more so when I got her email back with notes and within that same minute I was opening the document to take a look. Every critique, and comment, and question made me relax because even though my work needed work, needed help, I didn't feel under attack. Kathryn's words might have been insightful, but more, they were kind. Her suggestions were always to help, to give me options because she treated my work with respect. Having someone else's focus on your manuscript a heady, scary thing, but if you're brave enough, and when you're finally ready to make improvements, Kathryn will help. And you'll be glad she did."
JLAuthor of 'For What It's Worth' and 'The Voices'
"Sending your book baby to an outside reader is always a nerve-racking experience, but I'm glad I chose Kathryn to be my beta reader. She made numerous valuable observations in her Word comments and included a separate, thorough report on readability, dialogue, setting, plot, characters, and pacing. She pointed out the novel's strengths and weaknesses in her encouraging and constructive feedback. I would definitely use her services again!"
Susanna KantoAuthor of 'Caytee'
"As a writer, I've found it difficult to receive useful feedback for my projects. However, I can count on helpful and meaningful criticism from Kathryn. She isn't afraid to tell me her honest opinion; and if some aspects in my writing aren't working she tells me in ways that encourage me. At the same time, she gives helpful suggestions on how to boost certain elements based off of my strengths that she highlights. Kathryn is my cheerleader, and the first person I go to when I need help and advice with my writing."
JanayaWriter
“Kathryn was the perfect blend of quick, efficient, and thorough. I couldn’t believe the level of insight she provided to help me make my project so much better! I’m forever grateful for her help.”
AnonymousParanormal Mystery writer
"Kathryn has been super responsive and kind throughout the editing process. Her advice went much deeper than surface-level feedback and provided actionable ways to revise my novel. While feedback can be scary, Kathryn's approach is very gentle. She was honest about the strengths and flaws of my novel but always supportive. Kathryn fosters a positive environment for revising, making it easy to improve my work."
Kit WakelinYA Fantasy writer
"Kathryn was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. Not only were her critiques insightful, but she is highly skilled at spotting things at both a macro and a micro level which is invaluable. Plus, with her positive attitude, even strengthening the weakest parts of my story has been an empowering and confidence-building experience. Thank you, Kathryn!"
Carly VickMG Horror writer
"I wouldn’t be where I am without Kathryn today. Kathryn was the first person I learned to trust and be vulnerable on my journey as a writer. Having being scammed once or twice, I reached out to Kathryn for advice and for honest feedback about my work and that is exactly what I received. For that I’m forever grateful. Kathryn has been the very best mentor, and I’m beyond thankful for her talent, time, meticulous critiques, and fair assessment of my work. She has made me a better writer and a better storyteller, and her perspective is always insightful and unique. She truly cares about the work she is reading, and the authors she’s helping develop. She is one of the few people I trust wholeheartedly in this industry. Kathryn, you’re not only wonderfully wise but you are generous and humble."
AnonymousRomance writer
"Having my work critiqued by Kathryn was invaluable in revising and improving my work. The in-line edits, comments, and big-picture suggestions were so considered and honoring of the story I am trying to tell while giving practical feedback and advice for changes to be made. When you spend so much time with your characters in your head, you sometimes forget readers don't know everything you know; Kathryn provided helpful suggestions and asked thought-provoking questions to help me make my characters shine. I thoroughly recommend working with her."
MoniqueYoung Adult writer
“Kathryn gave fantastic feedback on my submission materials! Her comments were thoughtful, offering improvements while highlighting what worked well. She is a wonderful asset to the writing community!”
LyndseyMG/YA Writer

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