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I will beta read and critique your novel or short story
Gig Summary
Professional Beta Reader for Fiction Writers
I’m a passionate reader and writer who reads 100+ books a year and provides thoughtful, honest beta reading for fiction authors of all genres. I’ve taken writing courses, written my own novel, and am ...
Level 2
Has met high performance criteria and has a proven track record for meeting client expectations.
Highly Responsive
Known for exceptionally quick replies
What people loved about this freelancer
shmerp
United States
They did a great job breaking down each of the issues with the manuscript in regards to pacing, characters, and plot. The inline comments are especially helpful...
kas113
United States
Jessii read my 96,000 word dark fantasy/romance novel and I'm blown away. Her insightful feedback will undoubtedly elevate my story and deepen my character...
ethanknightley
United Kingdom
Jessii was, once again, a pleasure to work with; she managed to complete the job (a big job, wordcount of over 250k) well in advance of her own deadline, and...
tory_alyse_l
Canada
This was my first time having someone review my first two chapters. Really enjoyed the experience and will be having a full manuscript review once I make a...
dfaolain
United States
Jessii was exceptional. She went far beyond simply reading the manuscript and giving general impressions. Her feedback was thoughtful, specific, perceptive,...
About this Gig
Hello, writers!
I'm a passionate reader and fiction writer who reads 100+ books a year and offers thoughtful, honest beta reading for fiction authors of all genres. I've written my own novel, giving me firsthand experience with the writing and revision process.
When I beta read, I approach your manuscript as an active reader, focusing on how the story feels, flows, and holds attention.
While reading, I consider:
- Pacing and flow
- Character development and consistency
- Dialogue authenticity
- Clarity and readability
- Emotional impact
- World/setting immersion
What you'll receive:
- In-document first impression comments
- Honest, constructive reader reactions
- A reader report with big-picture feedback on plot, pacing, characters, tone, and overall readability
How I work:
- Google Docs or Word
- Comments while reading + reader report after
- No AI used at any point
Please note:
- Fiction only (no nonfiction or children's books)
- No line or copy editing
- Message me for manuscripts over 100k words
If you have any questions before ordering, feel free to reach out!
Genre:
Horror/ thriller
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Literary fiction
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Mystery
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Romance
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Fantasy
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
Do you use AI in your reviews?
No. I do not use AI at any point in my beta reading process. I personally read every manuscript and write all in-document comments and reader reports myself.
What genres do you read for?
I read most fiction genres and am always open to new ones. If you’re unsure whether your genre is a good fit, feel free to message me!
Do you take on projects longer than 100k words?
Yes! Please message me with your word count and details, and I’ll create a custom offer for you.
Do you offer line editing or copy editing?
No. This gig is for beta reading and big-picture feedback only. I focus on story, structure, characters, pacing, and reader experience rather than grammar or line-level edits.
What file formats do you accept?
Google Docs or Word documents are preferred so I can leave in-document comments.
Do you read sensitive or dark content?
Yes. I am comfortable reading dark, intense, and sensitive subject matter.
Can I message you before ordering?
Absolutely! I’m happy to answer questions and make sure we’re a good fit before you place an order.
Will you fix my grammar or rewrite sections?
No, but I may point out areas where clarity or wording could be improved as part of reader feedback.
Reviews
178 reviews for this Gig
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shmerp
United States
They did a great job breaking down each of the issues with the manuscript in regards to pacing, characters, and plot. The inline comments are especially helpful to see where big reveals/hook land successfully vs. where there could be confusion. This type of early review and beta reading is such an invaluable tool for manuscript development!
$200-$400
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?K kas113
United States
Jessii read my 96,000 word dark fantasy/romance novel and I'm blown away. Her insightful feedback will undoubtedly elevate my story and deepen my character development. Every single piece of advice she gave was so spot-on that I'm implementing all of it. I can't wait to see how much stronger my next draft will become thanks to her guidance. Thank you Jessii!
$200-$400
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?E ethanknightley
United Kingdom
Ongoing collaborationJessii was, once again, a pleasure to work with; she managed to complete the job (a big job, wordcount of over 250k) well in advance of her own deadline, and what was sent to me was thorough and done to a high quality. Her reader report was top quality: A++. She fully understood the book, had engaged...
$600-$800
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?T tory_alyse_l
Canada
This was my first time having someone review my first two chapters. Really enjoyed the experience and will be having a full manuscript review once I make a few more changes! Really quick response time, and made some points I had been questioning myself about changing / thing I hadn't thought of. Lovely...
$50
Price
1 day
Duration
Helpful?D dfaolain
United States
Ongoing collaborationJessii was exceptional. She went far beyond simply reading the manuscript and giving general impressions. Her feedback was thoughtful, specific, perceptive, and clearly grounded in a deep understanding of the story, characters, pacing, and reader experience. What impressed me most was her attention...
$100-$200
Price
7 days
Duration
Helpful?
Reviews
178 reviews for this Gig
| (172) | ||
| (6) | ||
| (0) | ||
| (0) | ||
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Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
Sort By
Most relevant
S shmerp
United States
They did a great job breaking down each of the issues with the manuscript in regards to pacing, characters, and plot. The inline comments are especially helpful to see where big reveals/hook land successfully vs. where there could be confusion. This type of early review and beta reading is such an invaluable tool for manuscript development!
$200-$400
Price
3 days
Duration
Helpful?K kas113
United States
Jessii read my 96,000 word dark fantasy/romance novel and I'm blown away. Her insightful feedback will undoubtedly elevate my story and deepen my character development. Every single piece of advice she gave was so spot-on that I'm implementing all of it. I can't wait to see how much stronger my next draft will become thanks to her guidance. Thank you Jessii!
$200-$400
Price
4 days
Duration
Helpful?E ethanknightley
United Kingdom
Ongoing collaborationJessii was, once again, a pleasure to work with; she managed to complete the job (a big job, wordcount of over 250k) well in advance of her own deadline, and what was sent to me was thorough and done to a high quality. Her reader report was top quality: A++. She fully understood the book, had engaged...
$600-$800
Price
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?T tory_alyse_l
Canada
This was my first time having someone review my first two chapters. Really enjoyed the experience and will be having a full manuscript review once I make a few more changes! Really quick response time, and made some points I had been questioning myself about changing / thing I hadn't thought of. Lovely...
$50
Price
1 day
Duration
Helpful?D dfaolain
United States
Ongoing collaborationJessii was exceptional. She went far beyond simply reading the manuscript and giving general impressions. Her feedback was thoughtful, specific, perceptive, and clearly grounded in a deep understanding of the story, characters, pacing, and reader experience. What impressed me most was her attention...
$100-$200
Price
7 days
Duration
Helpful?
