I will be your alpha or beta reader
Gig Summary
Alpha and beta reads, and manuscript reviews
Level 1
Has met certain performance criteria and shows strong potential in the marketplace.
About this Gig
My goal is to provide clear, honest, reliable feedback on your book or fiction manuscript.
I can work from a set list of questions of your choosing, or I can give an overall impression of your story, whether it is a full manuscript or a selection of chapters. This feedback can cover points including the general flow of the story, characterisation, and most importantly highlight any areas of confusion or inconsistencies in the plot.
I'm happy to read all genres of fiction but have a special interest in literary, historical, dystopian and speculative fiction. The work does not need to be complete and it is not a problem if the work is a rough draft.
I won't read anything that has been generated using AI and I also do not use AI.
I would advise getting in touch before you make a purchase so we can discuss what you are looking for and an ideal timeline. Also happy to discuss additional word counts.
*If you would like a more detailed review of your work, please see my other gig and consider a manuscript review.
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 files do you work in?
Word files are preferred, but I also work in Scrivener.
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R rachelmhollis

United States
Emily gave me thoughtful, constructive feedback on a very lean early draft of my novel. She identified several areas that gave me a lot to think about as I move into revisions, and her feedback was both encouraging and genuinely useful. She also delivered faster than expected. Would definitely work with her again!
$50
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?G gjw_22

United Kingdom
Emily delivered the gig way in advance of the deadline. She answered all of my questions thoroughly and had clearly engaged with the book. All of her queries were things I had questioned myself, so that was very reaffirming.
$50-$100
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?S stevejolin

United States
Emily is awesome, and I highly recommend her. I truly appreciated her feedback.
$50
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?T tykimikkitty

United States
Emily gave me a detailed, thoughtful report on a long literary historical fiction manuscript. She engaged seriously with the material, answered my specific questions, and offered constructive observations on pacing, character tracking, and setting. Her notes were honest and well-articulated—she told...
$50-$100
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?R 
rozinawarnes324

United Kingdom
Great beta reader, very honest feedback and gave me a lot to think about!
$50-$100
Price
13 days
Duration
Helpful?
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R rachelmhollis

United States
Emily gave me thoughtful, constructive feedback on a very lean early draft of my novel. She identified several areas that gave me a lot to think about as I move into revisions, and her feedback was both encouraging and genuinely useful. She also delivered faster than expected. Would definitely work with her again!
$50
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?G gjw_22

United Kingdom
Emily delivered the gig way in advance of the deadline. She answered all of my questions thoroughly and had clearly engaged with the book. All of her queries were things I had questioned myself, so that was very reaffirming.
$50-$100
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?S stevejolin

United States
Emily is awesome, and I highly recommend her. I truly appreciated her feedback.
$50
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?T tykimikkitty

United States
Emily gave me a detailed, thoughtful report on a long literary historical fiction manuscript. She engaged seriously with the material, answered my specific questions, and offered constructive observations on pacing, character tracking, and setting. Her notes were honest and well-articulated—she told...
$50-$100
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?R 
rozinawarnes324

United Kingdom
Great beta reader, very honest feedback and gave me a lot to think about!
$50-$100
Price
13 days
Duration
Helpful?
