A creepy old typewriter whit a blank white page, also known as every writer's fear.

Fiction that Won’t Bite

Kristen Jacobson's headshot. Kristen is an editor and writer specializing in horror, gothic fiction, and dark romance.

The Final Girl of Indie Publishing

I’m a darkly snarky writer and editor specializing in horror, gothic, and dark romanceโ€”basically, I make sure your manuscript doesnโ€™t suck while keeping it deliciously twisted. With years of writing experience and a penchant for zine publishing, Iโ€™ll whip your story into shapeโ€”no fluff, just chills. Ready to embrace the darkness?

Why trust me with your darkest drafts?

  • Dark fiction is not just a passion, it’s a lifestyle. If I’m not reading it, I’m watching it. If I’m not watching it, I’m experiencing it. Dark fiction is basically that one stalker that kidnapped me at a tender age and now I’m utterly obsessed with it and will lay down my life, body, and sanity for it.
  • Let’s be real. We’re both here to make your manuscript sing like a chorus of Victorian child ghosts. Give me your manuscript and I will whip it into shape with the same deep-editing techniques used by top publishers across the globe.
  • I provide a personalized approach that starts with goal setting and ends with a manuscript worthy of publication. My feedback is thorough and tailored to your voice, ensuring your story is as sharp as your favorite villainโ€™s blade.
  • I’m OBSESSED with indie authors. The world needs more of them and I’m ready to help indie authors find a place in publishing industry. I’m committed to supporting independent work and getting it onto the shelves and into the hands of readers. Let’s work together to achieve this goal!
  • I have a background in writing and editing for scholarly publication and have been reviewing indie-authors for Kirkus Reviews for the last 3 years. I also happen to own my own publishing press…so…you know…

My Recommended Services !

A young woman editing a manuscript against a dark backdrop of spooky bookshelves, surrounded by skulls, candles, and a knife.
A young woman sits alone in a dark forest, reading from a book with a dark gothic cover. The book is full of dark fiction, with detailed and gruesome illustrations. It is easy to imagine her sitting there, engrossed in this dark fantasy world, surrounded by the real-world dark forests at night.
A hand flips through a photo zine, similar to the zines Kristen Jacobson can help you create.
  • Web development
  • Blog posts, social media copy, and articles
  • Newsletter editing, design, and publication
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“The things we donโ€™t talk about are the things that scare us most.”

Shirley Jackson


Coming soon! A look into my twisted mind…