BET-TA READER Yes, better was intentionally spelled bet-ta If you’re a self-publishing writer then you’ll need a good beta reader. Beta readers are people who read your books before you publish them, to make sure your story is logical to your readers. Every author should have at least one beta reader and this book will explain how.
Here’s what we have in store for you: • Not sure what to look for in a beta reader? Then we’ll explain the qualities you need when picking one out. • If you don’t know where to find beta readers, we’ll show you some online resources that will get started. • Pay it forward and learn how to be a good beta reader for other writers. Whether you write mini-books or full length novels, the process of getting your book read by a beta reader should take as little as a few days to a few weeks. You set the timeframe.
All you need is a several online resources and a first draft. You’ll get the kinks out of your manuscript, like the repeated words and unnecessary scenes. You’ll find what interests your readers and what makes them want to stop reading your book.
Beta Readers 1 Intro- Do You Need a Beta Reader? 2 Why you need a beta reader 2 Chapter One- Find Quality Beta Readers. 3 Where to Find Beta Readers 4 Chapter Two- Best Beta Traits… 7 Personal characteristics 7 Reading and writing characteristics 8 Publishing smarts 9 Chapter Three- How to Ease Their Journey 10 Tone 10 Be grateful 10 Sensitivity 11 Chapter Four- What if you’re the Beta Reader? 12 P.S. chapter-Beta Rating and Fill-out Sheet 16 Improve Your Writing LINKS 20
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I am a writer. I would like to make a profit off this, who wouldn't? But even if I didn't the fact that people can view my words makes me a happy camper. Writing calms me and helps me meditate. Whatever I write I hope it is good and among deserving eyes.