What is a beta reader? A test read of a finished story. When a book lands in a beta’s greedy hands it should be ready for publication. The beta reader provides an author with a story overview and catches any surface typos missed by the editor, proofreader, and author.

A beta reader needs to be reliable and enjoy reading. Remember a beta reader isn’t an editor. They’re your very first reader. A beta reader’s feedback is invaluable. It’s so important to get first impression feedback before you publish your book.

Writing and editing a book is a long process and every author knows firsthand how important constructive feedback is. Because of my training, I provide first reader feedback in a way that highlights the positive aspects of your work and points out any possible problem areas, as well. You want to be prepared for reviews once the story is published.

Do the first few pages grip the reader and pull you into the story?Was there too much exposition?Are the characters likeable or relatable?Were the characters well-developed? Do they change over the course of the story?Was the dialogue realistic?Were there parts of the story when the reader’s attention lags?Was the pacing and flow of the story on point?Were any parts confusing or out of place?Was the ending satisfying?What are the highlights of the book?Did the book match genre expectations?Were there any major plot holes, errors, or inconsistencies?

Most importantly: Is there something specific in your story you would like feedback on? I will answer two specific questions for you.

​Short story:

This package is designed for feedback for stories up to 25K words. This includes a reader worksheet, answers to your two specific story questions, and I will give it a quick pass for glaring surface typos.

Pricing: $25

Short novel:  

This package is created for stories up to 50K words. This includes a reader worksheet, answers to your two specific story questions, and I will give it a quick pass for glaring surface typos.

Pricing: $50

Novel:  

This package is for stories up to 75K words. This includes a reader worksheet, answers to your two specific story questions, and I will give it a quick pass for glaring surface typos.

Pricing: $75

​Long novel:

This package targets stories up to 100K words. This includes a reader worksheet, and I will give it a quick pass for glaring surface typos.

Pricing: $100

Epic novel:

This package is created for stories up to 125K words. This includes a reader worksheet, answers to your two specific story questions, and I will give it a quick pass for glaring surface typos.

Pricing: $125

Lastly, once you publish your story, I’ll add it to my Goodreads shelves with a honest review. And if you send me a graphic I’ll post it to my IG account.  Contact me via email: crossroadsfiction (at) gmail.com