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I will beta read your novel and flag plot holes, pacing, and character issues
Beta reading that finds what your readers won't tell you
Hi, I'm Elizabeth, a dedicated beta reader for indie and self-published authors. I specialize in fantasy and romance, but read across genres, focusing on plot holes, pacing, and character consistency,...
About this Gig
You already know something's wrong. You just don't know what.
That scene that feels "off." The character who does something and you can't explain why. The middle section that drags but you can't pinpoint where. You've read it so many times you can't see it anymore but your readers will.
I read your novel specifically hunting for the three things that kill manuscripts: plot holes, pacing problems, and character inconsistencies. Then I show you exactly where they are, why they happen, and how to fix them before an agent, editor, or reader finds them first.
Here's what you get:
- Full read-through targeting plot, pacing & character issues
- Specific scene-by-scene examples, not vague impressions
- Clear explanation of why each issue breaks reader trust
- Prioritized fixes you can act on immediately
- Delivered in 48-72 hours
My promise: if the feedback doesn't give you clear, actionable fixes, I'll revise the report free until it does.
Every plot hole you don't catch, a reader will. Every pacing issue you ignore, an agent will use to reject you. This is your chance to fix it first.
One manuscript. Every weak spot found.
Order now before your readers find what you missed.
Language:
English
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French
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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
I can't pinpoint what's wrong with my book — will this actually find it?
Yes. That's the exact problem this gig solves. You've read your manuscript too many times to see it objectively — I read it as a first-time reader would, specifically hunting for the issues you can't spot from the inside.
What if I already know something's wrong but can't explain why?
Even better — tell me what you're sensing (a scene that "feels off," a character who seems inconsistent) and I'll dig into exactly why it's happening and how to fix it, not just confirm your instinct.
Will you just tell me "it's fine" to avoid giving bad news?
No. If I did, you'd find out from a rejection letter or bad review instead — which costs you far more than an honest note now. My job is catching problems while they're still cheap to fix.
What if there are no plot holes or pacing issues — did I waste my money?
No manuscript is issue-free, but if your structure is genuinely solid, I'll tell you that too, along with any smaller character or pacing notes worth tightening. Either way, you leave with clarity, not guesswork.
How do you flag pacing issues specifically — isn't that subjective?
I look at concrete signals: scenes that don't advance plot or character, sections where tension drops, and places where a reader would likely skim or put the book down. These are specific, not just gut feeling.
What if my character issues are tied to backstory I haven't included yet?
I'll flag where a character's actions or motivations don't track based on what's on the page. If it's a backstory gap rather than a writing issue, I'll note that distinction so you know exactly what to add versus what to revise.
Can I ask follow-up questions if I don't understand a specific note?
Yes — you can message me after delivery if any flagged issue needs more explanation.
