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If you are an author and are looking for beta readers leave the book title, genre, and your timeline below, plus how to contact you.

If you'd like to make your own thread, feel free.

By signing up to beta read for you, members are agreeing to read your book and give constructive feedback on grammar, plot, characters, etc. The deadline will be up to the author. Please post any specific requirements for your book.

Communication will be between you and the group members who sign up. Please indicate to the beta readers how they should contact you about your book, whether it be private message, email, etc., but please do not use this thread to discuss issues about your book!

Hi!

I would love beta readers for a book I wrote. I need some points of view and help for my english. I'm a french and I know my english is not flawless so any pointers could be welcomed.
Of course, I don't ask for correction, just feedbacks as precise as you can.

Genre : young-adult contemporary fiction. There's romance in it.

Title : By My Side

Deadline : none

If it's good with you, I would like to send one chapter at a time to work on it without rushing for the next.
Thank you!

I'm making a thread for you right now. How do you want your name shown in the thread title?

Thank you. The name doesn't really matter. StephanieR76 will be good or Stephanie Renboit (not my real name by the way).

You can delete this post if it's better for the thread. :)

No problem. I have it posted for you :)

Sheri wrote: "If you are an author and are looking for beta readers for a book, leave your name, the book title, genre, and your timeline below.

After you sign up, I will make a new thread for your book whe..."
I was wondering how writers who want beta readers protect themselves from theft? Is it the honor system or is there a way to protect your work? Thanks,Christine

Hi Christine, it would have to be the honor system, the same as with giving out books for review. Unfortunately, there is no way to police something like that on here. I suppose you could have a beta reader sign a contract saying they will not give out any information about your book, but again, you would just have to take their word for it.

Thank you, I have been looking into some issues with that and have gotten some information that has been helpful. I will be thinking about it, once I feel my edits are complete I will contact you. I do continue to read though and enjoy helping with edits. I will keep my eyes open for a book I feel I might be helpful with. Thanks again,Christine

Hi!
I am looking for beta readers for Soul collector series. The name to use of the thread title: Cecilia.

Book Title (working title): Dark Descend (The Soul Collector Series)

Genre: YA dark urban fantasy. There's romance in the story.

Timeline: April/May 2012

The first book was published as short story(The Grim Reaper's Novice (Soul Collector Series) unfortunately due to unavoidable circumstances was 'un-published'. I will be sending this one as well 'cause it's the begining of the series.

I'd be easier for me to send chapter by chapter. I find it easier to keep track of the changes. I can be contacted through sending a message here on GR with the email address included for me to contact the reader.

Thanks in advance. :)

Welcome Cecilia! I'll make a thread for you and hopefully you'll be able to find a couple of readers.

Thanks, Sheri. Really appreciate it :)

I'm looking for beta readers for a book I'm writing and a short story I have just begun. I prefer to send chapters as I write them so that the story flows better.

Thread Name: H.A Caine
Book Title: (untitled)
Series: Boys in Love Book One
Genre: Young Adult(characters, not story), male/male, Romance
Timeline: 1-2 weeks from time individual chapters are sent

I can be reached through messages sent here on Goodreads. Thanks.

Sheri wrote: "Welcome Cecilia! I'll make a thread for you and hopefully you'll be able to find a couple of readers."

Hey Sheri,
I think I misunderstood the timeline question.
I'd like to ammend my timeline: 2 weeks from the time chapters are sent.

Cecilia wrote: "Hey Sheri,
I think I misunderstood the timeline question.
I'd like to ammend ..."

Sorry! I fixed it :)

Jonathan wrote: "Hello there!

I was curious as to how this worked. It seems as though it is being used as writers create the story? I would like something like that but I just wanted to make sure that was acceptab..."

Hi Jonathan. Some writers wait until the book is completed and some like to have it beta read as it is being written. I supposed it's a personal preference.

I wouldn't suggesting posting the chapters here, as there's really no privacy here and anyone can read them. We can make a thread for you, post your information and what you're looking for, and let anyone who is interested know how to contact you. If you're interested you can start a new thread for yourself or I can do it.

Sheri wrote: "Cecilia wrote: "Hey Sheri,
I think I misunderstood the timeline question.
I'd like to ammend ..."

Sorry! I fixed it :)"

Hi Sheri,thank you. :)

Hi there! I'm looking for Beta Readers for my third book, The Raven Saga Part III: The Lost Soul.
It is a completed book, about 70,000 words.
YA Urban Fantasy
I am happy to reciprocate (I am a former magazine editor so have a keen eye!)
I would need corrections back within two weeks of sending it out (which I'll do by email)
Thank you!

Hi Suzy! I'll make a thread for you :)

Thank you, Sheri!!

I have a pretty weird short story I need a couple beta readers for. I think it would be classified it as not-particularly-scary horror. Also, it's kind of experimental. It's just 4500 words. I can provide .mobi, or epub. I'd like three beta readers.

I'll start a thread for you Eric :)

Thanks Sheri!

I'll make you a thread Naomi :)

It's completely up to you. Some authors like to go chapter by chapter as they write, and some prefer to have the whole thing written and then looked over. I think it's just a personal preference, so whichever way would be easiest for you.

Any input from other authors on this?

I would love beta readers for two short stories. I won't ask for correction, unless you feel it's necessary. Feedback would be wonderful.

Genre : young-adult Horror (1) and Fantasy (1). There's some gore in one ((Aonghus)

Title : Aonghus - Hunky and The Beast (provisional title)
Thank you Sheri

Thank you everybody!

Made you a thread Emmie!

Thank you so much Sheri! You are sweetheart O:)

I am looking for beta readers:) This is my third novel, and I'm just now figuring out the beta reader part of it, sorry:( This would have really helped in parts of my other novels. I am re-publishing my last novel. I've pulled it. I'm looking for the things that are harming an otherwise great novel. And I'm hoping to work with beta readers on all of my upcoming novels (there are quite a few coming up). Thank you so much for helping me out with this:)

Hello :)

I'm looking for at least 3 BETA readers for a few books in various stages of development.

Cath Shaw

The Hunt (YA, Romance, Fantasy, Werewolves, Dragons) - 20k
Dragonblood (YA, Romance, Fantasy, Alternate World / creatures) - 25k
Unseen (YA, Romance, Fantasy, Teenagers with Abilities) - 5k


Timeline: Whatever the BETA readers are comfortable with. I tend to hash out a chapter a day and i am quite a fast writer. :)

You can message me on here and i will get back to you ASAP.

I'm also available to read through my BETA's work if they have any) and offer reviews. Let me know and i'd love to return the favour :)

Hi Everyone,

I'm looking for at least 3 betas for my soon to be released Adult gothic paranormal romance called Hacienda Moon. I'm also completing the final draft of my YA urban fantasy When Silver Moons Rise.

My timeline will be in line with whatever the beta readers are most comfortable with.

Just send me a message through gooodreads and I'll get back with you right away.

Thanks so much for doing this.

Hi Cath and KaSonndra! I'll make you each your own thread.

Hello,
I'm looking for some readers of my sci-fi/fantasy novel Lost Princess: The Journey Home. I've received some reviews that suggest editing so I would love to have some specific feedback on the story.

I'm not sure what a realistic timeline for readers would be.

Readers can contact me on my website under the Contact Me page. http://jraineylostprincess.weebly.com

Thank you. :)

I made you a thread with your information Julie!

Hello there,

I am looking for beta readers for my 27,000-word (~120 pages in book format) novella. The timeline is tight, but it's shorter than a novel so I think that makes it more reasonable.

Author: Alicia Wright Brewster
Title: Don't Call Me Angel
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Timeline: May 11-May 18

The book is currently with an editor. Depending on how long the editing takes, we may be able to start the beta-reading process earlier than May 11. Beta readers will have at least a week, but May 18 is the hard deadline.

Feedback sought:
I'm not interested in grammar or typos. I have final proofreaders for that. I'd like beta readers to look for inconsistencies in plot, character, or timeline. I'd also like to hear about scenes that lack the appropriate level of tension or emotion. Lastly, if anything is unclear or unbelievable, I'd like to know about that as well.

Thanks! :)

I made you a thread Alicia!

Thank you!

I hope to have some help with this. I do not have an author account yet but I am actually co-writing it with my lover r.a. sputnikoi

We would love to hear everything from you.

I am looking for beta readers for my short story collection.

Author: r.a. sputnikoi
Title: Ereonology
Genre: Speculative, Fantasy, Gay, Weird, Erotic, etc.
Timeline: Anytime as long someone agrees =P

Hi there! I have a full manuscript for a short story collection of about 10 to 12 stories, each are written differently, meaning, one is erotic, one is realistic, one is speculative, etc. I need some help with the typos maybe but mostly, I wanna discuss if the stories are unique and fun to read for you and if you will enjoy it for your pleasure. Actually, I am open for anyone to butcher my pieces =P thank you!

I'll make a separate thread for you Elryxe!

thank you so much!

I'd love some more beta readers for my current novel -- working title, Reflections. Genre? That's a good question. General fiction? Posthumous fantasy (a suggestion from someone who used to be an editor)? It's a family drama with mystery elements, set in an afterlife of my own devising.

I have a list of questions that I particularly hope beta readers will address.

Depending on the feedback from beta readers, I may be planning to publish by August 2012 -- or I may need to spend more quality time with my drawing board :-).

It'd be most convenient for me if those interested contact me by email, at kawyle@att.net.

Thanks!

I'll make a thread for you Karen!

Thanks!

Sheri wrote: "I'll make a thread for you Karen!"

Hi Sheri. I have just finished my first novel, and am seeking beta readers. It's about 55,000 words.

My name: Heather Adkins
Title: Anything Less Than Everything
Genre: older YA Romance
Timeline: June 30, 2012

potential readers can message me on goodreads.

Thanks so much!

Thanks Heather! Tana went ahead and made a thread for you. Hopefully you'll find a couple of people who are able to help you!

Thanks Tana :)

Hey all! I wanted to let you know I will be deleting threads from here that haven't had activity for more than 3 months (90 days). This is to keep the group up to date and organized. If you want to keep your thread, just comment in it so it stays up to date.

Seeking betareaders for a new contemporary romance novella. I'd need it back by the 18th of August (short timeline, I know =/), if at all possible. It's about 30,000 words, roughly 60 pgs. The working title is "Working It Out."

The story is about a couple going through problems in their new marriage and a husband who conspires to try and salvage the relationship and in doing so discovers his wife's deeply held secrets.

I'd prefer another writer/author OR someone whose read contemp romance lit before OR someone whose BR shorts before and is interested in the story.

Message me, Jessa Callaver, here @ GR if interested and available and for more details.

Thanks all!

Hi Everyone!

I'm currently taking my novel through an edit and am seeking two beta readers to work with - hopefully ongoing :)

Name: Ella Frank
Title: Exquisite
Genre: Contemporary Romance
I will be going Chapter by Chapter - editor has so far got 9 back to me.

Potential readers can message me here on GR or email me at ellafrank2012@gmail.com

Xx Ella

This is an anthology of short stories ranging (so far) from 3k to 11k words. The work is a 'sequel' to Absolom Rex. Some of the stories are written in different styles so it might be an interesting read for people and wont take copious amounts of time. There is some loose narative poetry as well.

Name: K.L. Coones
Title: Absolom Rex: At Ages End
Genre: Horror/Speculative (Historical Settings)
Timeline: will vary depending on the length of the story(7 or 11 stories completed)

Beta readers can message me on Goodreads. If I could find 2 or maybe 3 ppl to work with that would be good!
ARex is a free download right now, so feel free to skim through it and see if the character interests you.

Thank you!

Hello! I'm seeking beta readers for a book I'm looking to self-publish.

Author: Brantwijn Serrah
Title: Lotus Petals
Genre: Historical/Supernatural/Erotic Romance
Timeline: November 1st, 2012 (though flexible)

"Lotus Petals" is a 70k word manuscript. It takes place in Edo period Japan, when a vampire noblewoman falls in love with her intended husband's courtesan. It is graphic erotica, rated NC17. I am particularly interested in feedback on the storytelling aspects of the manuscript and the characters. Potential readers can message me on GoodReads.

(Mods please let me know if it is not okay to post requests relating to NC17 material here and I'll happily remove my post)