Editorial Writing: Sapphic Horror & Cultural Criticism

Voice-driven storytelling that blends literary critique, humor, and cultural commentary for a niche, highly-engaged audience.

Example of book review and editorial writing by horror writer tiffany r ragsdale in London

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Project: Literary Cobblestones
Focus: Book Reviews, Editorial Writing, Visual Storytelling
Role: Writer & Creator
Deliverables: Long-Form Review, SEO Blog Content, Visual Moodboard
Audience: LGBTQ+ / Sapphic / Horror & Dark Academia Readers

Editorial content needs to go beyond informing the audience; it has to connect. Receiving an advanced copy of the novel from the publisher, the goal was to create a book review that balanced thoughtful critique with a strong, distinct voice while also appealing to a niche audience.

Combined literary analysis with conversational, personality-driven writing

Integrated SEO-friendly structure and keywords

Used humor and cultural references to build connection

Paired the written piece with a visual moodboard to enhance engagement

I created a long-form editorial review of “This Vicious Hunger” that:

Explores themes like sapphic longing, dark academia, and toxic tropes
Balances critique with appreciation of the writing style
Uses vivid, descriptive language to immerse the reader

The piece is supported by a custom visual moodboard that extends the storytelling beyond the page.

Built engagement within a niche, highly targeted audience
Strengthened brand voice and identity
Demonstrated the ability to combine SEO, storytelling, and visual creativity
Achieving over 900 impressions within 90 days of publication
Average search engine position of 4.4

This work highlights my ability to:

Adapt tone and voice across different audiences
Create content that resonates on a deeper, emotional level
Blend creativity with strategy
Use SEO to reach niche audiences

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I work on a mix of editorial and marketing writing, including travel features, cultural essays, case studies, blog content, website copy, and email campaigns. My background in both content marketing and journalism-style storytelling allows me to create writing that is engaging while still supporting a business’s goals.

Yes! I regularly write SEO-driven content designed to rank in search results — even in the age of AI — while still sounding natural and engaging for readers. My process typically includes keyword research, search intent analysis, and content optimization using tools like Google Search Console, SEMrush, Moz, and Ahrefs.

My marketing experience spans the board. I previously worked with marketing agencies, startups, tech companies, SaaS platforms, financial institutions, and independent media projects.

Much of my early experience revolved around content and social media copy for small businesses — from lawyers and dentists to bookstores and HVAC technicians, targeting their industry and geographical keywords to help them find local customers.

My more recent experience includes AI-driven customer service platforms, IoT startups, fintech marketing, and independent publications focused on travel, literature, and culture.

Whether it’s a small business, a tech giant, or an independent artist, I approach each project with curiosity, care, and a focus on telling a story in a way that truly connects with my client’s audience.

A content strategist plans how content supports larger business or editorial goals. This can include creating editorial calendars, identifying SEO opportunities, developing messaging for campaigns, and analyzing performance data to improve results. My role often combines strategy with hands-on writing and publishing.

Absolutely! I regularly build and manage WordPress websites, including site structure, blog publishing, landing page creation, and on-page SEO improvements. I’ve also built independent digital publications from the ground up using WordPress.

Email is one of my favorite aspects of content marketing! I design and write email campaigns, including newsletters, product updates, and lifecycle/segmentation messaging. My focus is on writing emails that feel authentic and engaging while guiding readers toward clear and persuasive calls to action.

I’d love to! I work with teams to develop content strategies that combine SEO insights, audience research, and storytelling. This process often includes planning blog content, case studies, campaign messaging, and editorial calendars.

It’s my passion! Alongside marketing work, I write editorial pieces about literature, culture, and travel. I also run independent publications exploring topics like queer travel and sapphic horror literature.

A resounding yes! I’m open to freelance collaborations, editorial commissions, and content marketing projects. If you’re interested in working together, please reach out via my contact page. I’d love to have a quick chat to get to know you and find the best way I can assist you to reach your goals!