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I will beta read and critique your fantasy manuscript
Hi there! My name is Debbie. I'm from Australia. I'm a passionate reader, writer, and self-published author who lives and breathes the written word. Over the last ten years, I have devoted myself to l...
Level 2
Has met high performance criteria and has a proven track record for meeting client expectations.
What people loved about this freelancer
stefanb246
United States
I had a very good experience with Deborah. She provided some insightful comments about some repetitive descriptions and world-building that were bogging down...
sberenberg
United States
Another successful Beta Edit project. Deborah is exceptional at identifying opportunities to improve and tighten up my writing. She provides great feedback,...
nikkib89
United States
I cannot recommend Deborah enough! I will 100% be back for my next book. I bought her premium package, and it is more than worth the price. Her commentary...
generalwondwort
United States
I've gone to Deborah June many times for her beta reading, and I've been so impressed with the quality of her feedback each time. I can't recommend her enough....
stormlomax
United Kingdom
This is my third time working with Deborah because she always gives excellent feedback and delivers either on time or or ahead of schedule. Her document comments...
About this Gig
I will provide clear, honest feedback for your fiction manuscript.
*Please message me before placing your order to confirm availability.
For this gig, I require:
- Your manuscript as a Word doc/docx.
I offer three beta packages depending on the depth of feedback you're looking for:
Basic Reader Reaction Beta (up to 10K words)
Engaged reader impressions and emotional reactions. This package focuses on how the story feels to read, including moments of confusion or plot holes. Limited margin comments and actionable insights.
Standard Story-Level Beta + Report (up to 40K words)
Selective margin comments plus a feedback report covering plot, pacing, characters, and key revision priorities. Includes actionable suggestions.
Premium In-Depth Beta + Full Report (up to 100K words)
Full margin comments and a comprehensive feedback report analysing story structure, character arcs, world-building, and emotional impact. Includes actionable suggestions.
*Each package includes a maximum word count.
Please add extra words before ordering if needed.
If your manuscript greatly exceeds my max word count of 100K, please contact me for a custom offer.
I look forward to working with you!
Language:
English
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
FAQ
What subgenres of fantasy do you work with?
I read all subgenres of fantasy fiction.
Can I ask specific questions about my manuscript?
Basic package: 1 area of concern/interest or question. Standard package: Up to 2 questions. Premium package: Up to 4 questions. Questions must be provided before reading begins and will be addressed within the feedback or report.
Do you provide line edits, corrections, or rewrites?
No. This gig is strictly a beta reading service. I do not provide line editing, proofreading, copyediting, or rewriting in any package.
What if my manuscript exceeds the word count limit?
Each package includes a maximum word count. If your manuscript exceeds the listed limit, please add the appropriate extra word count before ordering. If your manuscript greatly exceeds 100K (140K+), please contact me before ordering.
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146 reviews for this Gig
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S stefanb246
United States
I had a very good experience with Deborah. She provided some insightful comments about some repetitive descriptions and world-building that were bogging down my first few chapters, inspiring me to make some changes to improve the pacing, and also identified a potential area of improvement that wasn't...
$200-$400
Price
2 weeks
Duration
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Helpful?S sberenberg
Repeat Client
United States
Another successful Beta Edit project. Deborah is exceptional at identifying opportunities to improve and tighten up my writing. She provides great feedback, and even if there are no suggestions, she shows she is following along and gets it. I consider Deborah part of my creative team. I plan on including her Beta Editing for all my upcoming fantasy novels.
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
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nikkib89
United States
I cannot recommend Deborah enough! I will 100% be back for my next book. I bought her premium package, and it is more than worth the price. Her commentary that she left in 'real time' tells me what my readers will think, and she caught several things that I missed. But the best part is how deeply...
$100-$200
Price
13 days
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?G generalwondwort
Repeat Client
United States
I've gone to Deborah June many times for her beta reading, and I've been so impressed with the quality of her feedback each time. I can't recommend her enough. Her report was very comprehensive and gave me much to consider for my future drafts.
$200-$400
Price
3 weeks
Duration
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stormlomax
Repeat Client
United Kingdom
This is my third time working with Deborah because she always gives excellent feedback and delivers either on time or or ahead of schedule. Her document comments are a great insight into reader thoughts. Her reader report is thorough and gives me a good idea of where to further improve my story. It's always a pleasure!
Up to $50
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?
Reviews
146 reviews for this Gig
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| (3) | ||
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Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
Sort By
Most relevant
S stefanb246
United States
I had a very good experience with Deborah. She provided some insightful comments about some repetitive descriptions and world-building that were bogging down my first few chapters, inspiring me to make some changes to improve the pacing, and also identified a potential area of improvement that wasn't...
$200-$400
Price
2 weeks
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?S sberenberg
Repeat Client
United States
Another successful Beta Edit project. Deborah is exceptional at identifying opportunities to improve and tighten up my writing. She provides great feedback, and even if there are no suggestions, she shows she is following along and gets it. I consider Deborah part of my creative team. I plan on including her Beta Editing for all my upcoming fantasy novels.
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?N nikkib89
United States
I cannot recommend Deborah enough! I will 100% be back for my next book. I bought her premium package, and it is more than worth the price. Her commentary that she left in 'real time' tells me what my readers will think, and she caught several things that I missed. But the best part is how deeply...
$100-$200
Price
13 days
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?G generalwondwort
Repeat Client
United States
I've gone to Deborah June many times for her beta reading, and I've been so impressed with the quality of her feedback each time. I can't recommend her enough. Her report was very comprehensive and gave me much to consider for my future drafts.
$200-$400
Price
3 weeks
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?S stormlomax
Repeat Client
United Kingdom
This is my third time working with Deborah because she always gives excellent feedback and delivers either on time or or ahead of schedule. Her document comments are a great insight into reader thoughts. Her reader report is thorough and gives me a good idea of where to further improve my story. It's always a pleasure!
Up to $50
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?
