Johan R

@jrwaf5
5.0(37)

Level 2

Editor, Beta Reader Offering Constructive Fiction Feedback for Authors

Sweden
English, Swedish
About me
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 full-length fiction. Today, I specialize in helping authors refine their manuscripts through detailed, constructive feedback that strengthens story, style, and clarity—without compromising their unique voice. As a writer myself, I know the value of constructive criticism. My approach is analytical, kind, and practical—so that every note you receive is actionable. Let’s make your story shine.... Read more

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$30/hour
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Beta Reading
I will beta read and write professional feedback on your novel
4.9(16)
Developmental Editing
I will do a developmental edit of your novel
5.0(8)

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Work experience

Lavendla AB

Full-time • 5 yrs

Product Marketing Specialist

Aug 2023 - Apr 20251 yr 8 mos

As a Product Marketing Specialist, I used my skills in storytelling and copywriting to market services for Sweden's second largest provider of funeral and legal services. I was part of the company's expansion into the field of therapy, and focused on the customer journey from digital advertising to customer satisfaction follow ups.

Customer Support Agent

Apr 2021 - Aug 20243 yrs 4 mos

As a Customer Support Agent for Sweden's second largest provider of funeral and law services, I helped more than 10.000 clients match with our trusted consultants. During this period, I was tasked with setting up our new support desk and improve our customer journey, which included the authoring of hundreds of articles for both internal use, and customer facing support. I pride myself on the work me and my team put in to communicate everything from the intricacies of the company's custom CRM-system to how to better approach, ensure, and communicate with clients who often faced sensitive or precarious situations. This work honed my communication skills, and made me realize how much connection plays a part in written communication, wether it's corporate copy—or literary writing.

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    ciwstudy

    Repeat Client

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    United States

    5

    I am so grateful to Johan for tackling my rambling and strange novel. This is the second time I've used him. The first time was as a beta reader, and he went above and beyond on that project also. I personally feel like he is undercharging, and I think he should raise his rates. The reader report and...

    $200-$400

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    outermind69

    Repeat Client

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    Canada

    5

    This is my second time using Johan’s services and he is exceptional. The developmental edits are always exactly what I need to hear to make the story have cohesion and emotional impact. You get your draft with all the editor notes attached and an in depth write up, that’s like the world best book report....

    $100-$200

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    3 weeks

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    bryceduhamel

    CA

    Canada

    5

    I don't want to sound like I'm gushing or set up some unrealistic expectations, but this guy knows his craft. His insights into my writing were so thorough and he articulated them so well that it made me feel like he really took the time to soak up every word I wrote. Just an absolute pleasure to work...

    $200-$400

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    3 weeks

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    benaroyahall

    CA

    Canada

    5

    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

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    3 weeks

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    justindehondt

    US

    United States

    5

    Johan was a fantastic beta reader and his in line commentary was very helpful for giving me an idea of what sort of “gut reaction” my story gave. He was very reasonable in finding a package that worked for my specific needs. When I made a mistake in my story upload that I needed to correct, he was very...

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    4 weeks

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