
Ritika
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Romance Book Editor at Kiss and Critique
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Romance Developmental Editor
Kiss and Critique • Self-employed
Dec 2022 - Present • 3 yrs 6 mos
Founder of Kiss and Critique, where I work with romance writers to fix what’s not working at the structural level, before it turns into a full-blown “why does this feel off?” crisis. I’ve worked with both indie and bestselling authors, from messy first drafts to manuscripts that are almost there but not quite hitting the mark. Different writers, same goal: make the story actually work. I specialise in spotting the issues quietly sabotaging your story, like uneven pacing, weak turning points, inconsistent character motivation, and emotional arcs that almost land… but don’t. My feedback is detailed, practical, and actually usable. Writers leave with clear direction, stronger story foundations, and a much better grip on what their story is doing (and what it should be doing).
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cabibeau
Repeat Client

United States
This was my first story and first developmental edit ever. It was incredibly worth it. No matter how many times I looked at my story, I knew there were issues. It got to the point that I didn't know where all the problems were. Ritika was meticulous in explaining what worked and what didn't. She didn't...
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yofache

United States
Ritika delivered exactly what I needed: honest, structured feedback from someone who actually understands romance as a genre. I hired her to beta test an interactive fiction platform, which is outside a typical beta read, and she adapted immediately. Her report covered pacing, POV consistency, character...
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thaisdematte

Brazil
Ritka really went above and beyond with her comments. Judging by her other reviews, I knew she would be amazing, but I didn't know just how good! Not only did she give me reader reactions to every part she found deserving, but she also gave me constructive feedback on what I could improve and what was...
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alexa_santi

United States
I was initially referred to Ritika to do a sensitivity read of my historical romance novella since the heroine is half-Indian, but I also chose to add in a beta read as well. I haven't had time to read the full coverage but I did skim it and it seems thorough. I appreciate that I received both a multi-page...
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vconsolo
Repeat Client

United States
This is my second time working with Ritika and it once more such a JOY. Her commentary was super helpful and uplifting (glad I could get those kinds of reactions :D) She answered all my questions thoroughly and gave me a great reader report. She is probably one of the best beta readers I've worked with and would recommend her every time!
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