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SamDeCillis
@sam_decillis
Literary fiction beta reader and developmental editor
United States
English
About me
I’m a writer and editor passionate about the narrative process. I’ve been writing for over a decade, including time as a counselor/writing coach at the Thurber House Summer Writing program. I’ve also been working as a professional freelance beta reader and developmental editor for several years, specializing in literary fiction. My goal is to help your work be the best that it can be. Make me part of your writing journey, and let’s take your work to the next level together!
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I will provide a detailed assessment of your story or novel
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melkaven
United States
Sam was helpful in reading my 115k word novel, read it pretty fast compared to most beta readers too. He used no AI and gave some pretty unique feedback that I don't often see from other beta readers. I also gave him a questionnaire with 20 questions that he answered, which will help me develop the world building for book 2. Thank you Sam!
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petepettingill
United States
Sam delivered a timely, meaningful review with encouragement for the story and solid constructive criticism. He offered great suggestions for improving the story arc, narration, characters, and plot. I would definitely work with Sam again. Easy to recommend to other writers.
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pancakebooks
United States
Sam did an excellent job with a beta read of my literary noir novel. He offered polished, substantive feedback--clearly human, not AI--and confirmed certain shortcomings in my novel that I had worried about myself. I am grateful for his quick turnaround and genuinely helpful feedback.
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tommyskylark
Ireland
Sam is an excellent professional! I would highly recommend him. He went above and beyond and provided very detailed and excellent report, where he captured what most eyes will miss. If you want a exceptional work - Sam is your man!
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dannycycle
Japan
He gave 2 pages of feedback for my short story that included comments on pacing, loose ends and characters that might need more development. Overall, it was a very thoughtful assessment
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