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I will beta read and write 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
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,...
tyron_smith2026
United States
Johan responded quickly and was upfront about his workload, giving me an accurate estimate of when he could complete the project. He did a great job reviewing...
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...
bjr_books
Canada
I hired Johan R to complete a standard level beta read of my novel, which was expected in seven days. Not only did he complete his report in less than half...
sammccombs
United States
Johan delivered exactly what I asked him for! He delivered not only chapter by chapter commentary as a first time reader, which is what I wanted, but also an...
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.
Reviews
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B 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, and he engaged with all of it — closely, generously, and intelligently. His in-depth report was genuinely insightful, and his margin comments caught...
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?H 
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 it feels AI-generated or cookie-cutter—it reads as though the reviewer genuinely engaged with my story and understood what I was trying...
$100-$200
Price
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
J Seller's Response
Helpful?T tyron_smith2026
United States
Johan responded quickly and was upfront about his workload, giving me an accurate estimate of when he could complete the project. He did a great job reviewing my manuscript and provided valuable feedback I can use in future drafts. I especially appreciated that he read it as both a beta reader and a...
$100-$200
Price
4 weeks
Duration
Helpful?S 
shane_and_and
Germany
Johan was a great beta reader. Reads in a different genre usually but still very helpful in his way of looking at things. Gave me a great perspective on how others might engage with the work outside my bubble. Really appreciated it.
$100-$200
Price
11 days
Duration
Helpful?
Reviews
20 reviews for this Gig
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Rating Breakdown
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- Quality of delivery
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Most relevant
B 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, and he engaged with all of it — closely, generously, and intelligently. His in-depth report was genuinely insightful, and his margin comments caught...
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?H 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 it feels AI-generated or cookie-cutter—it reads as though the reviewer genuinely engaged with my story and understood what I was trying...
$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?T tyron_smith2026
United States
Johan responded quickly and was upfront about his workload, giving me an accurate estimate of when he could complete the project. He did a great job reviewing my manuscript and provided valuable feedback I can use in future drafts. I especially appreciated that he read it as both a beta reader and a...
$100-$200
Price
4 weeks
Duration
Helpful?S shane_and_and
Germany
Johan was a great beta reader. Reads in a different genre usually but still very helpful in his way of looking at things. Gave me a great perspective on how others might engage with the work outside my bubble. Really appreciated it.
$100-$200
Price
11 days
Duration
Helpful?
