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I will beta read romance and fantasy books as a published author
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Beta Reader, Book Editor, Twitter Marketer, Teacher, and Published Author
Hi, I’m J.G. MacLeod, an award-winning, bestselling, Canadian romance author of heartfelt happily-ever-after stories. With 23+ years teaching experience and 9 published novels, I offer professional be...
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Has met high performance criteria and has a proven track record for meeting client expectations.
About this Gig
Need honest, thoughtful, human (NO AI) feedback from an award-winning Romance author who is also an experienced editor and writing teacher?
You've found your match! Spicy romance is welcome.
I'm J.G. MacLeod, author of 9 published novels. I've won a Gold Queer Indie Book Award for Ally Romance (2022 & 2023) and was a finalist in the IAN Book Awards for Romance (2020 & 2021).
What you'll receive:
- Detailed feedback on characterization, conflict, pacing, tone, mood, and clarity
- Honest notes on what worked well and what didn't
- A list of specific moments where I was pulled out of the story or found something unrealistic
My background:
- Combined Honors B.A. in English & History
- Bachelor of Education with distinction
- Additional qualifications in guidance, special ed, and social science
- 23+ years of editing experience
- 23+ years helping writers improve through honest feedback
- Lifetime passionate reader
If you want kind but constructive feedback to strengthen your romance story, I'm ready to help.
Message me and let's get started!
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.
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FAQ
Do you translate to English as well?
No, your manuscript must be already written in standard English.
Do you offer ghostwriting services?
No, you must write your own manuscript before I beta read it.
Do you provide marketing services with this gig?
No, these services are available in my book trailer and promotion gig.
Will you still beta read my book if I've already published it?
Yes! Sometimes, authors publish their work and don't receive the positive reviews they were hoping for. Hiring me to beta read can provide detailed explanations for what you should consider changing.
What document file types do you accept?
I read MS Word docs and PDFs.
How long have you been editing & beta reading?
I am a lifelong reader. I am also a teacher with 20+ years experience. I edit work on a daily basis. It is a part of who I am. I will instinctively know if something in your writing needs to be changed to provide a better reading experience. I also have 2 university degrees in this field.
My novel is unpublished. Will anyone else read it?
Your work will never be shared with anyone else. I will retain your story for thirty days after your gig is done in case you wish to revise the story and hire me to beta read for you again. After this time, I will delete the story. Your intellectual property is safe with me.
Will you line edit or copy edit my work while you beta read?
No. Beta reading is NOT editing. See my other gigs for affordable copy editing.
What genre of books do you write?
I write romance sub-genres, including time travel, comedy, suspense, coming-of-age, historical, second chance, adventure etc.
What genre of books do you beta read?
All! As an English major with 2 university degrees, I have read a wide-range of literature, both fiction & non-fiction. My first degree specialized in historical texts from the 19th & 20th centuries. I also took courses that focused on poetry, writing, criticism, the middle ages, & sci-fi/fantasy.
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C creiserphd
United States
I asked a little more than usual from JG than her standard beta-reader report. Being an author herself, she understood my needs and delivered brilliantly. My story (a MG fantasy) fit her wheelhouse as an experienced teacher, which gave her the authority to make insightful comments about how my future readership will receive my story.
$50
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2 weeks
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jewlbell
Canada
Working with J.G Macleod was such a great experience. I’ve been finding it difficult to find beta readers on Fiverr who don’t use AI in their process, but working with you has been so valuable! (Thank you for being human haha!) Not only was their communication really good throughout the whole process,...
$50-$100
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3 weeks
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Helpful?V vconsolo
United States
Had such great insight for my overall story, would work with her again in the future on new projects!
$100-$200
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5 weeks
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Helpful?L louisekwriter
United States
Brilliant, as always! Thank you so much, JG! :)
$50-$100
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6 weeks
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Helpful?E ericrwhite
United States
I first skimmed my beta report results and, after just skimming, I knew I had something special. Now, working through the details I am thrilled about what I'm looking at and what I can produce. Fantastic!
$50-$100
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2 weeks
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19 reviews for this Gig
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C creiserphd
United States
I asked a little more than usual from JG than her standard beta-reader report. Being an author herself, she understood my needs and delivered brilliantly. My story (a MG fantasy) fit her wheelhouse as an experienced teacher, which gave her the authority to make insightful comments about how my future readership will receive my story.
$50
Price
2 weeks
Duration
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Helpful?J jewlbell
Canada
Working with J.G Macleod was such a great experience. I’ve been finding it difficult to find beta readers on Fiverr who don’t use AI in their process, but working with you has been so valuable! (Thank you for being human haha!) Not only was their communication really good throughout the whole process,...
$50-$100
Price
3 weeks
Duration
J Seller's Response
Helpful?V vconsolo
United States
Had such great insight for my overall story, would work with her again in the future on new projects!
$100-$200
Price
5 weeks
Duration
J Seller's Response
Helpful?L louisekwriter
United States
Brilliant, as always! Thank you so much, JG! :)
$50-$100
Price
6 weeks
Duration
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Helpful?E ericrwhite
United States
I first skimmed my beta report results and, after just skimming, I knew I had something special. Now, working through the details I am thrilled about what I'm looking at and what I can produce. Fantastic!
$50-$100
Price
2 weeks
Duration
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