Honest and Constructive Alpha, Beta Reading
Hi, I’m Ana, writer of Anita’s Booklist a mystery novel review blog. I am an avid reader of mysteries and crime fiction.
I am deeply committed to aiding authors in the creation of their finest literary pieces.
I will engage in a comprehensive analysis of your manuscript, with a particular focus on its storytelling elements.
I’ll provide you with constructive and sincere feedback that will aid you in the process of revising your manuscript.
Rates:
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$55 for chapter(s) or short story, up to 20,000 words
$85 for a draft, novella/ short novel up to 50,000 words
$125 for a full novel up to 80,000 words
$245 for a full novel, up to 100,000 words (includes a video consultation) and save 50% off any book promotion package from me
FAQ's
- What is alpha reading? Alpha reading is when an author asks someone or a first group of people to read their novel before self-publishing it or submitting it to agents.
- What is a beta reader? A beta reader is a secondary person or group of people asked by an author to read their novel for constructive feedback.
- Will you do line/ copyediting? No. I only offer constructive feedback. I will notify if there are any obvious grammatical errors or if they occur throughout the novel, but I will not be editing them.
- What’s the difference between developmental editing and alpha/beta reading? Developmental editing looks at the story structure, narrative plot, and character arc and seeks to improve a story. An alpha, beta reader seeks to provide constructive feedback on the story without making suggestions for specific story edits.
- How do you accept payment? I’ll email you an invoice. Payment is expected for work begins. This prevents me from being overwhelmed with more than one project and allows me to give my full attention to one book at a time.
- How long does it take you to read and give constructive feedback?
- 1-2 Weeks for Short Stories, Individual Chapters
- 3-4 Weeks for a Short Novel/ Novella
- 4-6 Weeks for a Full Novel