Get expert guidance for the story you believe in.

Your story matters. Your voice matters even more. Most romance writers aren’t afraid of hard work—they’re scared of getting the story wrong. Maybe your plot feels tangled. Perhaps the chemistry sparkles, but the conflict falls flat. Maybe you worry that an editor will reshape your voice rather than strengthen it. And beneath all of that is the deepest writer’s fear: What if my book isn’t good enough?

I’m Erin M. Brown, MA, MFA, and for 25 years, I’ve been helping authors transform those fears into confidence. As a developmental editor, line editor, and story coach specializing in romance and romantasy, my focus is on two things: 1) Make your story stronger, and 2) Keep your voice intact.

Experience. Expertise. With a background in narrative craft, book coaching, presenting at national conferences, and even university writing program development, I bring the editorial rigor of traditional publishing with the personal partnership of a dedicated coach. You’re never just “one more manuscript.” You’re a storyteller with a vision—and you deserve guidance tailored to your story, your genre, and your heart.

Whether you need…

• A full developmental edit that strengthens character arcs, pacing, and emotional beats
• Line editing that enhances clarity, rhythm, and impact
• Story coaching to map plot points, deepen conflict, or sharpen theme
• Feedback specific to romance subgenres—from sweet to steamy, contemporary to romantasy

…you’ll receive targeted, compassionate direction that moves your book toward the professional quality you envision. Let’s talk about your story.

“Why do this?” You can get expert guidance for the story you believe in, and feel confident that working together will be time well spent. A lover of the genre, I’m also an author of 22 books and have been presenting workshops on writing craft for 30 years. I’ve been honored to serve as a judge for novel-writing contests for 20 years: from the Ritas and Vivians to today’s Golden Heart and Diamond Hearts, to subgenre contests (Romance Through the Ages; PRISM/Fantasy, Futuristic, & Paranormal) and The Big Apple Contest (RWA/NYC), it’s an honor to give feedback over the past 17 years that helps authors write the best story possible. My passion is to help authors just like you find clarity in their story’s emotional core, build powerful character arcs, and refine the pacing and structure that make a love story truly unforgettable.

Romance is about transformation—and the editing process should be, too. Together, we’ll craft a love story your readers can feel, one that stays true to your voice and resonates long after the final page.

Let’s build the book you’ve been trying to write on your own for far too long. Reach out anytime—I’d love to hear about your story.

Book your consultation. Your story is worth it.