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@anatasia_pen

Book editing, Beta reading, Final proofreading, Book Formatting

United States
English, German, Spanish, Greek, Dutch
About me
I'm Anastasia. I read manuscripts the way readers eventually will, without the fondness a writer has for their own words. Most books already know what they're trying to say. They just haven't found the shortest path there yet. That's the part I'm drawn to, the gap between the book on the page and the one that's almost there. Non-fiction is my territory: memoirs that need a truer shape, histories and business books still circling their own point. I don't offer comfort. I offer the version of your manuscript that actually holds up. Message me now to get started.... Read more

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Copy Editing
I will beta read, alpha reader, critiques, memoir, christian book, honest feedback
From$10 / projectMore details
Copy Editing
I will do book editing and proofreading of your book, christian book editor
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Work experience

Self_Employed

Self Employed

Self-employed • 11 yrs 6 mos

Professional Alpha & Beta Reader | Manuscript Evaluation Specialist

Feb 2021 - Present • 5 yrs 9 mos

Partner with non-fiction authors to strengthen manuscripts before publication by providing detailed, reader-focused feedback that improves story quality while preserving the author's unique voice. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive alpha and beta reads for novels, memoirs, children's books, and nonfiction manuscripts. Evaluate plot development, pacing, story structure, chapter flow, and overall reader engagement. Identify plot holes, continuity issues, inconsistencies, and weak story arcs. Assess character development, dialogue authenticity, emotional impact, and narrative voice. Provide detailed editorial reports with actionable recommendations for revision. Analyze opening chapters to improve reader retention and strengthen first impressions. Review query letters, synopses, and book proposals for authors pursuing traditional publishing. Deliver constructive, honest, and reader-focused feedback tailored to each author's goals. Support both first-time and experienced authors through multiple revision stages before editing or publication. Genres Worked With Thriller & Suspense Mystery & Crime Science Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Young Adult (YA) Children's Books Memoirs Christian & Inspirational Books Self-Help & Personal Development Developmental Manuscript Consultant

Provide high-level manuscript assessments focused on strengthening story architecture before line editing or proofreading begins.

Feb 2021 - Present • 5 yrs 9 mos

Provide high-level manuscript assessments focused on strengthening story architecture before line editing or proofreading begins. Core Expertise Story Structure Analysis Character Arc Evaluation Developmental Feedback Chapter-by-Chapter Critique Pacing Improvement Worldbuilding Assessment Emotional Engagement Analysis Reader Experience Reports Manuscript Critique Reports Actionable Revision Roadmaps Professional Skills Alpha Reading Beta Reading Developmental Editing Manuscript Critique Story Structure Analysis