Beta Read and Critique

  • Beta Reading is where a someone reads your words as a reader. This focuses on reader perception and how to hook a reader and keep them interested.

  • Critique reading is based on finding things as an author. This type of reading more closely “focuses on the intent to find flaws, errors, weak spots, and confusing areas, as well as let the author know where the manuscript is working and what its strengths are.” (Fiction University)

  • It entirely depends on you and your goals.

    If you want to know if a reader would be interested, then choose Beta Reading.

    If you know something isn’t working on a craft level but don’t know why, then choose Critique Reading.

Not sure if your story is heading in the right direction? Unsure if an aspect of the first few pages is or isn’t working? Want to know if your premise is interesting and a reader would keep reading?

An experienced reader like me can help.

I offer Beta Reading and Critique Reading services. With several options and packages to choose from, you’ll find what you need and won’t overpay.

These offers are ideal for writers who want to know whether their opening is compelling, their premise is landing, and their pages are building the kind of momentum that will carry a reader deeper into the book.

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Beta Reads

Find Direction in Your Opening Pages and Beyond

Whether it’s the first 30 pages, a chapter at a time, or the full novel, you’ll receive thoughtful feedback on your words so you can move forward with more clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Not sure if your story is headed in the right direction? This beta reading offer is designed to help you find out early—before you spend months revising in the wrong place.

After, you’ll have clearer direction, practical next steps, and support for moving forward with confidence.

What You’ll Receive:

  • An in-depth feedback letter detailing what works and what needs work

  • A 15–30 minute session to discuss future plans and tools to help you move forward

  • A 10% discount toward developmental editing or coaching

Best for

Writers who want early feedback on their opening, premise, pacing, and overall direction before drafting further.

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Critique Reads

A Stronger Start for Your Story

Whether it’s your first chapter, a handful of chapters, or your whole manuscript, you’ll receive big-picture editorial feedback on your pages to help you sharpen your work and strengthen your directions.

A critique reading goes deeper than a beta read, offering a more editorial look at how your work is functioning on the page.

You’ll receive honest, actionable feedback that helps you revise with intention and move forward with a clearer understanding of your story’s foundation.

Deliverables

  • A detailed editorial letter covering strengths, concerns, and opportunities for revision

  • Feedback on major opening-page elements such as pacing, structure, clarity, characterization, stakes, and reader engagement

  • A 15–30 minute session to discuss revision priorities and next steps

  • A 10% discount toward developmental editing or coaching

Best for

Writers who want deeper editorial feedback on their pages before continuing to draft or revise.

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