HEllo, I’m Katelyn!

I am a steamy paranormal romance writer with a passion for vampire romance and forbidden love.

I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with my B.A. in English and Film Studies. I graduated from Edit Republic's High-Level Proofreading and Copyediting Pro and have over 2 years of professional academic editing and romance ghostwriting experience.

Besides editing and ghostwriting, I also self-publish. I currently have four vampire books and one YA thriller published under my name, Katelyn Young.

I specialize in writing Romance and Fantasy, but I do edit any genre from Young Adult to Mystery to Non-Fiction.

Please do make me aware of any triggers. If certain triggers are present, I may not be the best fit!

If you are interested in working with me, please reach out.

What my clients are s(l)aying!

  • "I had the absolute pleasure of working with Katelyn at TheEditingSlayer for a four-chapter critique, and I couldn’t be more grateful for her! On incredibly short notice, she delivered thoughtful, detailed feedback in less than 12 hours, which was something I never expected, but deeply appreciated. Her critique was the perfect balance of constructive feedback and reassuring words that helped me refine my story while also boosting my confidence as an author who loves trying new things. Katelyn truly was the final piece I needed to pull everything together and I can’t recommend her enough to any author looking for an editor who not only improves your work but believes in it too. Instead of shying away from the gore and intensity of my splatterpunk story as a new-genre to Katelyn, she approached it with an open mind and genuine enthusiasm. Her willingness to step outside her comfort zone and still provide her supportive input meant the world to me."

    - Mel Reilly

    Author Featured in Beneath Her Skin: A Horror Charity Anthology

  • "As a struggling local author I stumbled upon Katelyn aka "The Editing Slayer," to help me edit my recent memoir. Her prices are very reasonable, and her time frame in getting her job done is impeccable! I got my manuscript back quicker than what she quoted. She diligently went over my manuscript. She is the perfect person to ask when you need a second pair of eyes to make sure that your writing is at its best potential. I am fully aware of her different services, so I guarantee that I will come back again to ask for her assistance. I even went as far as telling a few people about her services in hopes she could gain more of a client base."

    - Sandra M. Dorazil

    Author of Haunted By My Past: The Youngest Speaks Up

  • “Are you getting ready to publish your next book and are struggling with the blurb? The blurb can be difficult as it helps the civet draw readers interest and can be the key factor for them to decide whether or not to pick up your book. Being a fan of Katelyn’s writing I reached out to gain her aide and critique for my blurb. She was quick to respond with probing questions to help create a better blurb. At the end of the day Katelyn ensures your voice rings true."

    — E.L Summers

    Author of Hunted: The Immortal Kiss

The hardest thing in this world is to have a book with no typos. Let me slay every punctuation, grammar, and spelling mistake!