#beta-reading

[glitteryunicorn]

Okay so I'm sending a message in a bottle here but: I need someone who is preferably a native English speaker AND who is comfortable enough with the entire series to beta-read the growing monster I'm writing about Captive Prince. I feel myself struggling with "show, don't tell" and I know it is a crucial aspect to getting a good grasp of the flow, but I suck at underlying and implying things and need someone to babysit me through this. Anyone? Pretty please?

[buggeryisthegenus]

Potential scam | Beta-reading heads-up

A word of warning... I put out a call for Brit-pickers for my latest story, and got two strangers who offered. Between when I sent out the draft to them and when I heard back, a UK friend became available for Brit-picking and zapped all my Americanisms; I sent the revised draft to the 2 strangers and left it up to them to decide whether to give it an additional look. They each sent me oddly-professionally-formatted general feedback, with no line reading (suggestions for specific punctuation or word-choice changes or the like), which was predominantly praise rather than criticism.

The first then said 'oh by the way I charge for my services,' requesting $10-15 (for a 200-word drouble, mind) and received a curt explanation of how and why fandom beta-reading does not work that way and also how contract law does not work that way. The other 'only' asked for $6-7 as a 'favour' — less pushy than the first, but not not pushy — and received a similar explanation as to why that wasn't happening.

Both of these beta-for-pay people asked that I 'at least' give them a positive review on Fiverr (a website I've heard of but never used); I suspect that Fiverr requires money to change hands before a review can be submitted, and said as much. I also suspect that Fiverr's terms of service forbid this kind of predatory 'service' purveying, and/or that Fiverr, or some third party, may be encouraging jobbers to employ this strategy for guilting writers into paying after the fact despite not having agreed to do so in the first place.

Word to the wise.

[ammckk6262]

Beta-reading!!

Heyaa guys<3~!! Currently I'm interested in beta-reading for others as I'm writing a piece and would love to gain experience through others work!! It would really help me learn what to avoid along with you with valuable feedback and help improve your writing. So, whenever you need a beta-reader, just dm me!! Thankies<3~

[areus-in-a-little-cave]

Areuslaiken: I will beta read your ya manuscript and provide feedback for $25 on fiverr.com

For only $25, Areuslaiken will beta read your ya manuscript and provide feedback. | Have you finished your YA manuscript and are interested

I keep forgetting to post this here but I'm doing beta-reading commissions for YA novels!

Prices are $15 for the beta-reading, and $10 per ten thousand words up to 100,000 words (with some leway).

However, due to Fiverr's pricing being in USD and forcing you to use multiples of 5, the prices vary. Check out the FAQ for a more in-depth explanation.

Also, if you'd like an editor but not a beta-reader, I'd be more than willing to discuss prices in DMs :] Reblogs appreciated!

[crowandmoonwriting]

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I hate to do this but my paycheck this month will be delayed TWO WEEKS. I am in desperate need, so if you can buy a commission, get some editing, or just want to make a donation it would mean the world to me.

I take payments for coat of arms commissions here, as well as fees for editing, beta-reading, and fantasy map-making.

Feel free to hit me up with commission ideas, or editing help.

[nightreadfox]

Beta-readers and translators wanted for AFTG/FOXHOLE COURT SCREENPLAY

THIS IS PURELY A PASSION PROJECT AND UNPAID WORK. We’re currently looking for passionate readers interested in beta-reading and translating dialogue for the screenplay adaptation of the AFTG TV series. Experience in film/media industry is preferred but not required. 

Our aim is to bring the full potential of the series to screen, but we need your help doing it.

REQUIRMENTS FOR BETA-READERS: 

Must be 18 or above. In AFTG nature, the series discusses and deals with many sensitive subjects and trigger warnings (details listed in form linked below). 

Have English as a first/fluent language. 

Ability to consistently and effectively provide detailed feedback on your perspective of the plot, pacing, characters, dialogue & more. 

FOR TRANSLATORS: GERMAN, FRENCH, JAPANESE

Ability to fluently and adequately translate character dialogue from English into German/French/Japanese with comments. 

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE FILL IN THIS FORM BY THE APPLICATION DEADLINE OCTOBER 31ST AND WE WILL GET BACK TO YOU. 

Please understand that whilst positions aren’t limited, it is still a selective process. Do not be disheartened if we do not contact you as you can still be chosen for another task in future. Stay tuned for snippets and open discussions! 

For any inquiries, feel free to message me.

PLEASE LIKE & SHARE.

[sikentender]

Hi everyone! As you may know, I have been writing, beta-reading, and editing fan-fiction for a few years now. Well, I’ve decided to turn my passion into a form of income, and I am trying to get foot in the door as a freelance proofreader and editor. If everything goes as planned, I can save up enough money by the end of the year to move out of my parents place and live on my own for my final year of college. 

I am open to reading, editing, and proofreading any essays, blog posts, fan-fiction, class assignments, or English documents for $5 per 1,000 words. Custom packages are also available depending on word count and editing preferences. 

My Qualifications

I am a English literature student at the University of North Texas with a 3.8 cumulative GPA and a 4.0 major GPA. I am pursuing a technical communications certificate, and was previously a journalism major. I am versed in multiple styles and forms of writing, including editorial, creative non-fiction, news, and fiction. In addition, I am currently employed by the university as a technical communications tutor, so, I have experience explaining and communicating concepts to others when traditional teaching methods do not work.

I would be happy to look over any documents that you want a second pair of eyes on. If interested, please take a look at my fiverr profile here.