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I will beta read and give professional feedback on your novel
Gig Summary
Editor, Beta Reader Offering Constructive Fiction Feedback for Authors
I’m Johan Robertsson—a published author and editor with a background in journalism, marketing, and creative writing.
For almost two decades, I’ve worked with stories in every form, from ad copy to fu...
Level 2
Has met high performance criteria and has a proven track record for meeting client expectations.
What people loved about this freelancer
christianh70
United States
Johan is by far the best beta with whom I have worked. His level of understanding of the manuscript for exceeded my expectations.his attention to detail concerning...
robert_saba
United States
Johan is an exceptionally astute and perceptive reader. He's a tremendous resource for any writer looking for feedback that is both objective and insightful!
ldalrymple
United States
Worth every penny! Johan is an absolute professional with a deep appreciation for the craft of writing. His feedback is incredibly detailed, specific, and delivered...
benaroyahall
Canada
I couldn't recommend Johan more highly. I hired him to beta read a literary novel with an unusual structure and a lot of embedded found-footage documents,...
hawksky
United States
This is the kind of review every debut novelist hopes for. It's concise, insightful, and filled with details that show a true understanding of the craft. Nothing...
About this Gig
Do you want to know how readers truly experience your story?
After spending months or even years writing and revising, its easy to lose perspective. You've read your manuscript so many times that every scene feels maybe a bit too familiar. Is your story still engaging? Do your characters feel real? Does the pacing keep readers turning pages?
What you need is a Beta Read.
As your beta reader, I'll give you the perspective you can't get on your own: that of a thoughtful, honest, and invested reader who also understands the craft of storytelling. You'll receive a detailed report describing how your story comes across, what pulls readers in, what might confuse or slow them down, and what truly stands out as memorable.
My goal is to help you enter your next revision knowing exactly what works and what needs attention.
Why should you choose me?
I'm not only a published author, but a writer who has been where you are. I know how to give feedback that's honest, encouraging, and actionable, giving you a roadmap to how to make your story shine.
Contact me today, and we'll get your manuscript ready for readers who'll pay you to read your story!
Language:
English
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Swedish
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.
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FAQ
Do you use AI in your work?
No. Why? AI doesn't really read, it doesn't feel—it doesn't experience. That's what we do, as readers and writers, and that is what literature as a medium is about. Therefore, I keep AI out of your manuscript, and your MS out of AI. It doesn't get anywhere near my analysis, reports or comments.
Is my manuscript ready for beta reader feedback?
I believe you are ready for beta reader feedback when you've done everything you can to make your manuscript readable and engaging. A beta reader's feedback helps you polish and punch up your manuscript before querying/publishing. If you don't feel ready yet, check out my developmental edit gig.
What does the Inline Comments include?
Depending on which tier you order, inline comments will include my realtime impressions as a reader ("this evoked this emotion/reaction") and in-depth feedback and ideas for improvement ("this line of dialogue seems out of character", or "what if she didn't do that, but this instead?").
What does the Reader Report include?
The report will contain a breakdown of all major categories of your story and thoughts and feedback on them. These include: overall impressions and review; characters and their development; plot and structure; settings and descriptions; themes and motifs; prose and grammar; and additional thoughts.
Which genres do you give feedback on?
During my years as a beta reader, I have given feedback on everything from romance to non-fiction. As a reader, I am familiar with all genres of fiction and non-fiction, and am a naturally curios person, ready to dive into any subject matter.
Does it matter if I write in English (UK) or English (US)?
No. As a Swede, I've been taught both. I am familiar with everything from specific spelling variations to common expressions on both sides of the pond. If I'm ever unfamiliar with anything, I will always put in the effort to make sure your manuscript is consistent in it's specific use of English.
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B benmundahl
United States
Johan went far beyond a beta read. His inline commentary tracks his reading experience chapter by chapter, and the audio report is a thorough structural analysis of character arc, stakes, pacing, and theme, closer to a developmental edit than I expected. He’s honest, even when it’s hard to hear, and...
$200-$400
Price
4 weeks
Duration
Helpful?L ldalrymple
United States
Worth every penny! Johan is an absolute professional with a deep appreciation for the craft of writing. His feedback is incredibly detailed, specific, and delivered with a positive, constructive tone—which, if you're a writer, you know how invaluable that is! He offered to provide an audio file of his...
$100-$200
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13 days
Duration
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jwalterswrites
United States
Johan's a pro! He thought my manuscript was pretty close to complete and so didn't fill the pages with small details he didn't believe in just to fill the pages. Instead, he used the Save the Cat method to discuss the story beats to show me that my somewhat experimental, back and forth structure was...
$100-$200
Price
2 weeks
Duration
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Helpful?C christianh70
United States
Ongoing collaborationJohan is by far the best beta with whom I have worked. His level of understanding of the manuscript for exceeded my expectations.his attention to detail concerning characterization, plot, and ideas for both expansion and areas that I could belter craft are insightful and humbling and helpful beyond measure....
$100-$200
Price
9 days
Duration
Helpful?K kev_davis87
United Kingdom
Johan did a fantastic job reviewing my novel. His reader report was detailed, thoughtful and very helpful, and it was clear that he had taken the time to properly read and understand the story and characters. I particularly appreciated that he highlighted both the strengths of the book and the areas...
$200-$400
Price
4 weeks
Duration
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26 reviews for this Gig
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B benmundahl
United States
Johan went far beyond a beta read. His inline commentary tracks his reading experience chapter by chapter, and the audio report is a thorough structural analysis of character arc, stakes, pacing, and theme, closer to a developmental edit than I expected. He’s honest, even when it’s hard to hear, and...
$200-$400
Price
4 weeks
Duration
Helpful?L ldalrymple
United States
Worth every penny! Johan is an absolute professional with a deep appreciation for the craft of writing. His feedback is incredibly detailed, specific, and delivered with a positive, constructive tone—which, if you're a writer, you know how invaluable that is! He offered to provide an audio file of his...
$100-$200
Price
13 days
Duration
J Seller's Response
Helpful?J jwalterswrites
United States
Johan's a pro! He thought my manuscript was pretty close to complete and so didn't fill the pages with small details he didn't believe in just to fill the pages. Instead, he used the Save the Cat method to discuss the story beats to show me that my somewhat experimental, back and forth structure was...
$100-$200
Price
2 weeks
Duration
J Seller's Response
Helpful?C christianh70
United States
Ongoing collaborationJohan is by far the best beta with whom I have worked. His level of understanding of the manuscript for exceeded my expectations.his attention to detail concerning characterization, plot, and ideas for both expansion and areas that I could belter craft are insightful and humbling and helpful beyond measure....
$100-$200
Price
9 days
Duration
Helpful?K kev_davis87
United Kingdom
Johan did a fantastic job reviewing my novel. His reader report was detailed, thoughtful and very helpful, and it was clear that he had taken the time to properly read and understand the story and characters. I particularly appreciated that he highlighted both the strengths of the book and the areas...
$200-$400
Price
4 weeks
Duration
J Seller's Response
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