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I will beta read your novel with a detailed reader report and inline comments
Beta Reader Proofreader Book Editor
Hi, I'm Steve, the person behind Plot and Polish. I help authors improve their manuscripts through beta reading, proofreading, and book editing.
I focus on plot, pacing, character development, dialog...
About this Gig
HONEST READER FEEDBACK BEFORE YOUR BOOK GOES PUBLIC
Youve lived inside your story for months. I read it fresh, as a reader would, and tell you where it hooks me, where it drags, and where I got lost, while protecting your voice.
WHAT YOULL GET:
A written reader report with strengths, weak spots, and practical fixes
Inline comments in your manuscript with my live reactions (Standard & Premium)
Chapter-by-chapter notes (Premium)
Follow-up questions answered after delivery
I READ FOR:
Opening hook and ending payoff
Plot flow, pacing, and tension
Character motivation and consistency
Dialogue and relationships
Confusing or slow sections
Emotional impact
100% human feedback. No AI-generated reports, ever.
NOT INCLUDED: proofreading, line editing, or rewriting. Beta reading works best after your own revisions and before final edits.
FICTION IN ANY GENRE: romance, fantasy, mystery, thriller, horror, sci-fi, contemporary, YA.
Not sure which package fits? Message me your word count and genre and Ill recommend one or send a custom offer.
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 are inline comments?
Margin comments in your Word or Google Doc that show my reactions as I read, such as “I was hooked here,” “I got confused here,” or “this slowed me down.” They’re included in Standard and Premium.
What genres do you beta read?
Most fiction: romance, fantasy, mystery, thriller, horror, sci-fi, contemporary, and YA. If you’re unsure about yours, message me first.
