Hello!
My name is Janene Campbell
I am an editor, writer, and graphic designer located in Toronto, Ontario. I founded The Plot Thickens because I want to help empower creatives to execute their artistic vision and tell stories they are proud of.
A little bit about me...
While I've always enjoyed partaking in creative endeavours, it was my innate love of storytelling that motivated me to pursue a career path dedicated to fostering creativity. In addition to writing and literature, I’m drawn to the ways in which stories unfold through all sorts of mediums, such as art, design, music, photography, fashion, and even food. It fascinates me how much one can learn about themselves and the world around them through creative pursuits. I am passionate about editing, writing, and graphic design because they provide an opportunity for me to connect with others through the art of storytelling.
My Educational Background
2026
Graphic Design Specialization
CalArts
2024-2025
Editorial Skills Certificate
George Brown College
2021-2022
Master of Arts in Creative Writing
University of Roehampton London
2016-2020
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature
Trent University
I am currently working towards obtaining the Graphic Design Specialization certificate offered by CalArts via Coursera. I have completed 2 of 5 courses to date, "Fundamentals of Graphic Design" and "Introduction to Typography."
Completing the Editorial Skills Certificate Program helped refine my skills as an editor through courses such as: Editing Fundamentals, Grammar for Editors and Writers, Structural and Stylistic Editing, Creating Accessible Documents, Copy Editing, Editing Web Content, and Proofreading.
Pursuing an MA in Creative Writing at the University of Roehampton London enabled me to tap into both the artistic and technical side of writing, namely through creating and editing my own work, participating in workshops with peers and professors, and crafting my dissertation.
The foundational knowledge I gained while studying English Literature at Trent University continues to nurture my desire to explore the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary literature. Throughout my degree I was exposed to a wide range of genres, mediums, and time periods of literature which encouraged me to think critically and read diversely.
Some fun facts!
I gravitate towards standalone novels over series, although I have definitely been hooked by series before!
The book that ignited my passion for creative writing was "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern.
Fall and summer are my favourite seasons.
I love nature and feel most at home by a lake!
Paperbacks over hardcovers any day!
I prefer TV shows over movies because I feel like I can become more invested in the characters and ongoing storylines over a season.
I currently volunteer as a copyeditor for Ripple Foundation, a charity which empowers Canada's youth through creative literacy.
I am working on two of my own manuscripts at the moment, a YA ghost story and a crime thriller novel.
While writing, I listen to one song on repeat to get into my character's headspace. But for other creative work I like to have a low-key playlist on repeat.
My Favourite Genres:
Contemporary fiction
Literary fiction
Romance
Magical Realism
Fantasy
Romantasy
Mystery/Horror
(Really anything under the sun!)
My Most Recent Read:
"People in Love" by Claire Daverly