The BFF Basic Beta Read is NOT an edit. Some people use the term beta read in other ways, but my definition is spelled out on my Beta Readers and Editing Stages pages.
So, What is this, then, if not an edit?
Now and then I have a bit of wiggle room in my schedule that allows me to squeeze in a single read through of a story.
I set aside my "red pen" to just read your book and offer feedback (e.g., "This is a bit confusing" or "Oooo la la!" or "LOL" or "You made me tear up!" or "This conflicts with what you said in an earlier chapter.")
When and why would a writer want a beta read?
This service is appropriate early in the self-editing process to get feedback on whether things make sense and are hitting the mark. It fits into the process before hiring an editor.
While I may make some simple editing suggestions regarding things that jump out at me, let me reiterate:
This is not an edit.
I will not scour your manuscript for typos or comma splices. I will probably notice and flag some general patterns, but at this stage of self-edits and re-writes, a lot can change.
This is mostly just me giving feedback as a reader because I do love a good story. Maybe I've mentioned that. ;)
If you hire me to do a Basic Beta Read, I will discount any subsequent editing services for that manuscript.
So, What is this, then, if not an edit?
Now and then I have a bit of wiggle room in my schedule that allows me to squeeze in a single read through of a story.
I set aside my "red pen" to just read your book and offer feedback (e.g., "This is a bit confusing" or "Oooo la la!" or "LOL" or "You made me tear up!" or "This conflicts with what you said in an earlier chapter.")
When and why would a writer want a beta read?
This service is appropriate early in the self-editing process to get feedback on whether things make sense and are hitting the mark. It fits into the process before hiring an editor.
While I may make some simple editing suggestions regarding things that jump out at me, let me reiterate:
This is not an edit.
I will not scour your manuscript for typos or comma splices. I will probably notice and flag some general patterns, but at this stage of self-edits and re-writes, a lot can change.
This is mostly just me giving feedback as a reader because I do love a good story. Maybe I've mentioned that. ;)
If you hire me to do a Basic Beta Read, I will discount any subsequent editing services for that manuscript.
See Fee Calculations page for explanation of how fees are reached.
Contact me to discuss your project. I'd like to help you get it into a condition that will communicate to your readers clearly and with your own personal flare.
