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The goal of this group is: 1) To help develop a community that helps writers get valuable feedback. 2) To help passionate readers with free copies o ...more
Writer, Reader Resource
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A group for writers, readers, beta readers, reviewers, proofreaders, copy editors, editors, and graphic artists for book covers. Post a request or of ...more
The Circle: for readers/beta readers/critiques/reviews/free reads
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A circle of people preparing to publish their next/first book. Looking for beta readers? A critiquing partner? A review? Just looking for a free read? ...more
First Readers (Beta Readers)
— 695 members
— last activity Nov 02, 2026 12:12PM
Reciprocal first reading of finished work. (Prior to e-publishing or sending off to agent/publisher.)
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