UNCOVER YOUR STORY
Master the Art of Mystery and Thriller with Expert Coaching
Welcome to a personalized writing experience tailored for mystery and thriller writers. Our expert developmental editor specializes in guiding first time authors to craft compelling narratives, build suspense, evoke emotion, and complete their debut novel.
Expert Guidance
Gain insights from a seasoned writing coach who understands the intricacies of the mystery and thriller genres.
Accelerated Progress
Save time by learning proven techniques that help you overcome writer’s block and navigate the challenges of your first novel.
Confidence Building
Develop the confidence to tackle complex plot structures and create a story that stands out in the competitive mystery and thriller market.
Manuscript Ready
Ensure your manuscript is polished and ready for submission to agents or publishers, setting you on the path to becoming a published author.
Your Editor - Jacque
Book Development Editor
Your story ideas need a voice. I’m here to help your voice be loud and clear on the page so that you can feel confident in publishing your page-turning book. I want your readers to fall in love with your characters, stay up all night crying, and rave about you to all their friends! Just like you probably did, I pored over each new piece of content I found online, signed up for email lists, and downloaded all the worksheets about writing and storytelling that I could. I lived in overwhelm for years before realizing that the information I gathered showed me what to do, just not how to do it. My number one passion is to help YOU create a powerful story that sticks with readers long after the cover is closed. And I’m excited to share my real-world experience.
Services
Manuscript Evaluation
Ease the doubt and gain clarity so you know exactly what your story needs to stay on track.
Coaching
Build assurance in your writing abilities and quiet the fear of never writing again.
Developmental Edit
Grow the confidence to know exactly what your story needs to draw readers in, and alleviate the overwhelm that comes with time-sucking uncertainty.
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Testimonials
I really appreciate Jacque’s professional input on my novel. She helped me develop my characters and the arc of my story. I really appreciate how she paid attention to all elements of my writing. Jacque also addressed plot holes, gaps and problematic characterization. I couldn’t have finished my novel without her.
Lola Lisa
I first contacted Jacque in May of ‘17 about a novel I considered a romance, but had been getting the feedback it violated too many tropes. Jacque looked at my synopsis and gave me excellent advice. Later, I also worked professionally with her on my synopsis for a murder mystery. I expect to continue working with Jacque in the future and strongly recommend her to anyone else needing an expert’s eye.
Keith Allan
Jacque helped me to enrich and clarify my novel. Working with her was an experience that brought out the best in me and my finished product. My book is a better read because of her input and I would work with her again.
Shasta Jordan
My first book didn’t have the emotional impact I knew it needed for readers to love my characters as much as I did. Jacque’s coaching started with the foundational pieces of an engaging story, all the way through to the finer details so the heart of my story shined. Not only did it help me craft the love story of my dreams, I now have the tools and confidence to write a stronger first draft in less time for my next book.