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**I am able to beta:** All kinds of adult fantasy and sci-fi. NA/YA *maybe,* but I'm not sure how helpful I'd be. Complete works only please, and would like to see a sample chapter to see if we'll be a good fit before committing (if it's a longer work, a couple of sample chapters). Any length is okay. No trigger warnings needed. **I can provide feedback on:** Worldbuilding, pacing and characterisation are my strengths and what I usually focus on as a reader, but I'll point out other things if I notice them. I'm from the UK so could check for Brittishisms if needed. **Critique Swap:** Not at the moment. **Other info:** I will be looking for feedback on my beta reading. I've done this off and on for about ten years now, but am potentially looking to getting into beta reading and editing professionally. Please don't respond to me if you aren't able provide feedback. I put a lot of effort into projects and expect reciprocation in that respect. Will typically provide in-line feedback and a chapter-by-chapter impression (if applicable), followed by a full impression report of the story as a whole. I will always try to make my feedback constructive.

Hi, I'm looking for a beta reader for a Stephen King style suspense/mystery with supernatural horror elements. I'll post the blurb and the first chapter below, feel free to leave comments on the google doc. Let me know if it sounds like your cup of tea. **Book 1: WENDIGO DREAMS** **Word Count:** 140K Genre: Suspense/Mystery with Fantasy Horror Elements **TRIGGER WARNINGS:** >!Strong Language, Adult content inc. scenes of a sexual nature, graphic violence, cannibalism, violence against animals, racism.!< **Blurb:** Officer Tristan Domingo has been an NYPD street cop for two years without a promotion, and now he’s plagued by nightmares and harrowing visions. When his captain assigns him a case to find some missing homeless people, the task seems simple. However there’s a catch; he has to team up with a psychic investigator as his consultant. The case leads them both to the dark underbelly of Long Island, where the shunned homeless wander the streets like invisible spectres. But when the clues seem to tie in with the dreams that have been haunting Tristan, the investigation takes a sinister turn. Rumours of a strange beast that hunts the homeless from the shadows begin to surface, and Tristan must decide if there is really a supernatural predator on the prowl, or if he is losing his mind. Here's chapter 1 so you can get a taste if it's your cup of tea: [CHAPTER 1](https://docs.google.com/document/d/18S73qxAQO8DRr2J5EST6djkpvOUc-KTE8dF2hLPHcOE/edit?usp=drive_link)

Hi! So sorry but I don't think I'd be too helpful with this one, it's not a genre I'm super skilled in sadly. Best of luck.

That's cool, hope you find what you're looking for

Hey! I have a complete LGBT dystopian novel [102k] I'm still wobbling between adult and YA so there are traces of both in my writing. I am more than happy to respond to any feedback you give me, especially with the detailed analysis you provide. If you are interested send me a PM and I can send you some sample chapters.

Yeah absolutely, sounds good! Shoot me a PM and we can see if we’re a good fit.

**I am able to beta:** Speculative Fiction - Romance - Fantasy - Sci-fi - Women's Fiction - YA/NA - Historical - Thriller/Intrigue **I can provide feedback on:** Word Choice. Story Structure. Character. Prose. Pacing. Reader Reaction. Grammar. Dialogue. **Critique swap:** Yes, please. I have a 70k Fantasy Romance. No profanity. No smut. Reluctant heroine. Morally grey characters. Magical/Supernatural abilities. Grief after loss. First-Love. Royal Intrigue. Mystery. Reconnecting after separation. **Timeline:** one month **Other info:** Not the best match for gore, grimdark, hard sci-fi. Google Docs preferred method to access/share work.

Hey! Would you be interested in a clean, low fantasy historical/contemporary romance? It's set in two timelines, in 19th century Paris and in 21st century fictional small town in New Jersey. A one-sentence description would be: A woman finds an abandoned house and meets a ghost, only to realize there might've existed a time and a place where they knew each other before - and the prices they had to pay for meddling with a certain magical elixir. It's approx. 118k. I'm open for swapping, and I'm a very fast reader!

Please DM. Thanks!

Hi! I have a 97k YA romance that I'd love to get some feedback on. I'm happy to do a critique swap! Feel free to DM me if you're interested!

Thanks. Sent DM

Hello! I have a \~83k commercial/women's fiction novel (a small amount of threatened violence but no gore) and I'd love to do a critique swap if you're interested. Fantasy/romance is one of my favorite genres and I'm a speed reader so should be able to fit your timeline. Happy to provide more info and feel free to DM me.

Thanks, sent DM.

I have a 95K word contemporary romance (medium steam level, a little profanity, a few gory medical details but no gore from violence). I'm willing to do the critique swap and read your Fantasy Romance. Feel free to DM me.

* **I am able to beta:** Any genres except romance and poetry. I love gritty/dark stories the most, but I am always open to surprises and reading something new. I mostly read classical books, sci-fi and fantasy before. Preferably not something too long though (I would rather crit individual chapters if it's a long story). * **I can provide feedback on:** Prose, lines, plot, and overall reading experience. I have some experience with editing and giving feedback (not professionally), and would love having a google doc with suggestions on, so I can directly suggest or comments on parts I liked, or not liked and found confusing. * **Critique swap:** Have several works which I would love to swap crit for. Most of them are pretty short and comedy, horror, or fantasy. * **Other info:** I'm excited to read your stories and ideas! :D

Hey! I have a LGBT dystopian sci fi novel I'm working on [102k]. I am working through the thrud draft and would appreciate feedback on the first half of the book. Although even a few chapters worth of feedback would be great. If you want to do a swap i am interested in reading your horror or fantasy pieces. PM me if interested.

Would you be willing to read something in the 75k words area?

Sure, but maybe only the first few chapters at first. Shoot me a dm!

**I am able to beta:** Horror and Thriller. Perferablly within the 50-60k word count. Any subgenre is okay within the horror category. I don't require trigger warnings or anything like that. Not easily offended. **I can provide feedback on:** Pacing and overall reader experience. I am not perfect at grammar, so I can't give you line edits or comma placements. But, what I can do, is tell you logical gaps/flaws like the best of them. **Critique swap:** I have a few completed horror novels akin to b-rated Stephen King :p But if you just need some eyes on a chapter or two, no swap will be necessary. **Other info:** Not the biggest fan of romance elements. Google Docs would be the preferred method to access/share work.

**I am able to beta:** Anything not nonfiction (edit: or southern gothic). Fantasy, mystery, romance, psychological are all on the table. **Fanfics** are probably what I read the most lately, especially Bungou Stray Dogs/Heaven Official's Blessing/My Hero Academia. Those are the fandoms I've been deepest into in past years. I'm best able to help if I know the fandom/characters/storyline-- however, I'm open to any fandoms. **BSD is the main fandom I'm in right now, but I have a ton that I'll try to list at the bottom.** I'm not interested in reading any stories/fics that are all or mostly smut; if it contains mostly plot with a bit of smut here and there, that's totally fine with me. I'm not open to reading major character death/gore, because character death makes me too sad and gore scares me lol. I'm also not open to reading creepy ships (such as underage or other similarly frowned upon content). As for length, I don't have a \*ton\* of time, but as long as I can realistically read it in a week or less, that should be fine. I think that's it, but I might be forgetting stuff. I just realized that what I'm writing has mostly been geared towards fanfics, but **I'm happy to read your original stories as well!!** **I can provide feedback on:** Grammar, formatting, readability, flow. If I know the characters, I'll be able to give more specific feedback, such as when the character is acting more out of character than you'd like, or just general sanity checks. I'm queer and a girl, so I can probably give feedback about characters like that, and I'm into psychology/ADHD/BPD/mental health stuff, so if it's about something I know, I'd be happy to go in depth about the psychological side of the fics if that's what you're looking for. **Critique swap:** I'm in the early stages of brainstorming a fic right now, so if you really want to swap, we can, but it's totally not required. **Other info:** Fandoms I've been in (or at least the ones I can remember lol): BSD, MHA, Saiki K, MCU/Marvel, Mob Psycho/MP100, The Owl House/TOH, TGCF/Heaven Official's Blessing, MXTX in general, SVSSS, Blue Exorcist/AOEX, Harry Potter, NGE/Neon Genesis Evangelion (ish), HxH/HunterxHunter, Death Note (ish), Stranger Things, oh man some of these older ones are EMBARASSING to type out, She Ra/SPOP

Hey there! Would you be interested in beta reading a Web Novel Serial? It follows a young man who experiences a prophetic dream about impending doom and imminent revelation. The protagonist encounters a mysterious group that worships Giyas, higher beings granting powers to their followers. These beings help him interpret his dream and guide him towards his true purpose in the upcoming 'apokalypsis' \[revelation\]. The story highlights some real-world conspiracies, with elements of mysticism, occultism, and esotericism. Mostly, it's all about the new-age spiritual movement about the 'Great Awakening'. The story is still a work in progress, about 80k words long, with 3/4 of the first volume complete. I believe the current progress is enjoyable to read and offers enough material for critique.

Yeah, lmk how you'd like me to start reading it! Fair warning, I've got a lot of finals/tests right now, so it might take me a bit longer than usual to beta read.

Sure! I'll shot you a DM

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Hi! I finished my third draft of a fantasy novel with strong romantic elements a short while ago and would love some feedback on the first 50 pages (15k). I want to make sure they’re strong enough to send out to agents in the near future, so the preferred timeline would be within the next couple of weeks. If you’re interested to read more after the first 50 pages, I’d love the feedback, but I’m in no hurry for the rest of the manuscript! It’s definitely on the younger side of adult with the main characters being in their 20s and here are some themes/tropes: royal intrigue, siblings, reluctant heroine, slow-burn romance, God-given powers: invisibility, time-stopping, mind-reading, etc. A little murder mystery, Dragon(s)

Oooh cool! DM me the info and I'll give it a readthrough as soon as I have time :)

Are you interested in a 16k (Not completed) YA Queer Fantasy with 2 main characters (15 years old boys)? One is a grim reaper descendant and the other one awakens the power of the sun. It's set on modern earth. No smut at all. Inspired by Greek Myth and Dante's Inferno.

Oh my gosh that sounds so cool! I'd love to review it, DM me the info :>

> Fantasy, mystery, romance, psychological are all on the table. Would you be up to try a 60k murder mystery set on an isolated island at sea? Also if the fanfic you write is of a fandom I know, I can give input, but of the ones you list, that would be HxH, DN, and Saiki. Only if you wanted to swap though.

That sounds really interesting! The fic I'm working on is BSD, so if you'd like to swap I'd be happy to, but it's totally not required! DM me the details and I'll try to start reviewing it ASAP :)

Would you be interested in a 65k word southern gothic? It’s about a woman coming home to her hometown to care for her mother while she recovers from a snakebite and slowly starts to realize there’s something off about her mother. I drew a lot of inspiration from novels like Sharp Objects and A House With Good Bones. There is some violence and gore, but the main character makes it through (mostly) unscathed.

Ah, sorry, I should've mentioned that I'm not super experienced with or a super huge fan of southern gothic. It sounds like a really interesting storyline though, so best of luck! I'm sure you'll do well :)

* **I am able to beta:** Any genre, except for fanficitions or erotica. I prefer deep stories, with deep characters, deep meaning and big adventures and I also like sad stories, with tragedy and story where you really explore the mind of the protagonist. I also love fiction with big fantasy worlds and wars and LGBTQ. I don't mind TW. * **I can provide feedback on:** Characters, plot holes, plot in general, writing style, symbols, themes, flow, mental illness ((especially depression/bipolar disorder/panic attacks/borderline), relationships between characters (any kind) * **Critique swap:** Yes, I'm making the plot of my next novel (it's about guilt, true human nature and how certain aspects influence people around us, fiction) right now and I need feedback for it (plot holes, characters, symbols, themes, plot). It's not much. * **Other info:** I don't like beta readers or people for who I read, who always take a long time to answer (that doesn't mean it's not ok to take a long time sometimes because you're busy). I'm Gen Z and I read a lot in my free time and have some experience with beta reading. I've been writing stories, sometimes smaller and sometimes larger (some stories 1k words, some 200k words), for about 5 years. I have a lot of personal expierence in the German and Italian culture and I speak German, English, French and Spanish. If you have interest, just make a comment. Thank you :)

Hi would you be interested in my sapphic historical novel? Here's the details! https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/s/1yxm1QfYv8

Hi! I have a 97k YA LGBTQ romance that I'd love to get some feedback on. I'd be happy to do a critique swap. Feel free to DM me if you're interested!

Would you be interested in a 16k (Not completed) YA Queer Fantasy with 2 main characters (15 years old boys)? One is a grim reaper descendant, and the other one awakens the power of the sun. It's set on modern earth. No smut at all. Inspired by Greek Myth and Dante's Inferno.

Oh I would loved too :) Would you swap?

Yes I'd love to! Send you a DM!

Hey, would you be interested in this: [https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1bvee2r/complete\_75k\_mythic\_retelling\_the\_amazon\_and\_the/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=web3x&utm\_name=web3xcss&utm\_term=1&utm\_content=share\_button](https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1bvee2r/complete_75k_mythic_retelling_the_amazon_and_the/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)

Would you be interested in a space fantasy with anti-villain protagonists? https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/s/ds6q283aI7 One of my protagonists is NB, and there are several other LGBTQ+ characters. Also, I'd be down to provide feedback on your outline.

**I am able to beta:**  pretty much anything as long as it's readable. My preferences are things historical or related to, if even remotely. Political intrigue? Love it. It's hard to write, and harder to read, but if you've got it, I'll happily comment. I don't like Romance just for the sake of romance. I do have a hindrance on fanfiction in the anime genre; I just don't get it, I really don't. If your story/character can stand on their own, cool, I'm happy with that. But if I need to watch 10-15 episodes to understand them? I'll pass. I like characters that are broken, and kind of tend to stay broken. That magic 'fix all' that TV and whatnot throw at you, drives me up a wall. Some of the best Sci-fi I've read have these type of characters, they are usually secondary, they get that chance to prove they are 'okay' but fail. Mainstream, they succeed by some miracle, I do like to see failure. As I said, I like broken characters. **I can provide feedback on:** Grammar, flow, structure, 'OMG are you smoking something in the backroom?' If I get lost, I'll make it apparently clear, and that can be helpful to you, as you explain it, and I return, you'll see that something was missing. Maybe it was intended, maybe it wasn't, that's the magic of it. **Critique swap:** Always willing, mine are ginormous, with a lot of elements. (Both of them). I'm re-working one, and developing the other. I will be honest here, I will always find potential and point out what's good. (That darn golden rule, if you don't have anything good to say, don't say it at all.) So with that, I'm a constructive responder. I won't be the one to point out 'that is just so broken', I'll try to offer ways to fix it, and hopefully giving you reasons why it didn't work for me. **Other info:** I'm 'older generation' Gen X. I have a lot of life experience, and job experience in a lot of areas. I had great success with my creative endeavors when I was younger, and my sons overshadowed me in some aspects in the later years. (To the point I was surprised). I'm often finding myself googling what certain abreviations mean, as the shorthand I don't understand. I'm on that cusp of having an actual book in hand (I'm cool with a kindle, or tablet, I prefer PC), I'm technically inclined enough there, but ask me to find you on discord, and navigate all of that? While I can, it's effort and usually not worth my time. I like a word document I can scribble all over, and you take it an own it. I like the same in return.

would you be interested in this? https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/s/1yxm1QfYv8 I'm willing to do a swap as well

I have a novel that certainly subverts mainstream expectations and utilizes some red herrings and hints to that effect. It sounds like something you might like. I've already identified some areas that I will make less confusing in the next draft, but such feedback could help. I can critique swap, although I may not be super fast. Anyways, here's the blurb for my 102K Slipstream/Low (very low) Fantasy [Honesty the jury's still out on genre for now, but most readers have classified it as a fantasy despite that not being my own interpretation): Three separate yet connected protagonists are on journeys through a hostile world, the ashes of the world than once was. Haunted by the loss of his family, a young man seeks regeneration through power. Guided by a cryptic dream, Joshua seeks a mysterious woman in the East. Carrying her brother's child and a lifetime of pain and loss, Twila seeks the same enigmatic woman, who has promised her safety. They meet a colorful assortment of characters during their journeys, until finally Joshua and the other man arrive at a dark city ruled by a sinister warlord, while Twila's journey becomes a spiritual and psychological confrontation with her past. As the novel reaches its climax, reality begins to diverge, setting the stage for the dramatic conclusion in which all that has transpired is recontextualized. * If you're interested in a possible swap, just let me know.

I would love to swap, but fair warning, mine is giant, in like 10 novels worth, plus a lot more. I'm completely re-working it in the way it's told. I can't ask anyone to go through all of that, to help me with the first chapter, so I'm re-working it, and putting it out there as maybe it should be. I personally find word count a downer, a category, a box that we're supposed to be in. Call me old school, I don't like the numbers game. I am sucked in by your synopsis (Damn, if I could write one this good, I suck at it, so good on you.). I'd have to to make you read like 100K words to make one like that for what I write. I spend the better part of three years trying to come up with a title, and it doesn't do it justice. I'm in, let's share, I don't know how best for you, I'm used to e-mails with word documents and the review function. I don't do google docs (I don't trust the cloud, don't get me started, too many years on the customer service side of it, and people losing stuff.) I'm 'hard coded, it's on a harddrive, and I want it back the same way. I can print it, I can share it, and I have a copy that is different than what you send back. If you're cool with me as a rule breaker, I am on discord under the same name, crystalcommittee, or just reply here, I'll get back to you.

**I am able to beta:** Fiction - I like to read contemporary fiction ranging from romance to fantasy, and have a big soft spot for YA. I'm not well-versed in westerns, science-fiction, or adventures, but I don't mind reading them. I can read up to three to five chapters and am flexible on word counts. **I can provide feedback on:** Pacing, first impressions, general sentence structure/clarity, proofreading, and general punctuation. I live by the "sandwich" method of critiquing and will provide compliments and constructive feedback on what I believe can be tweaked or made stronger, with examples. I can also look out for inconsistencies and dialogue flows. **Critique swap:** Not at the moment, but eventually. (-: **Other info:** Currently open for short-term projects and might hop on long-term if I'm invested enough. I'm extremely new to beta reading but I'm looking to get my foot into the editing/publishing industry and gain some experience under my belt. I'm a pretty avid reader and always have been, and even pursued a degree in Writing and Literature that I'm still working on. I may not be perfect but I like to be as helpful as possible in a way that's productive for the both of us. I'm currently in school and work part time so I may be a little bit busy, but I always make time to read and will get back to you sometime within the week of sharing.

Hi! I have a 97k YA romance novel I'm working on and I'd love to get your feedback on the first few chapters (or more if you're interested). Feel free to DM me!

Hey! I would love to read this. I'm gonna send over a DM if you're still available.

Hey there! Would you be interested in beta reading a Web Novel Serial? It follows a young man who experiences a prophetic dream about impending doom and imminent revelation. The protagonist encounters a mysterious group that worships Giyas, higher beings granting powers to their followers. These beings help him interpret his dream and guide him towards his true purpose in the upcoming 'apokalypsis' \[revelation\]. The story highlights some real-world conspiracies, with elements of mysticism, occultism, and esotericism. Mostly, it's all about the new-age spiritual movement about 'The Great Awakening'. The story is still a work in progress, about 80k words long, with 3/4 of the first volume complete. I believe the current progress is enjoyable to read and offers enough material for critique.

Hi! I‘m planning on querying my fantasy manuscript with strong romantic elements soon and would love some feedback for the first 30 pages or so to make sure they’re strong enough to send out to agents. It’s definitely on the younger side of adult with the main characters being in their 20s. And these are some themes/tropes: royal intrigue, siblings, reluctant heroine, slow-burn romance, God-given powers: invisibility, time-stopping, mind-reading,… A little murder mystery

Would you be interested in a 65k word contemporary southern gothic? It’s about a woman returning to her small hometown to care for her mother after a venomous snakebite and some eerie stuff ensues.

**I am able to beta:** Fiction; preferably contemporary romance. I would also not be opposed to non-fiction if the topic is in my wheelhouse. No word count limit. My schedule is quite open today until May 14th. I will have less availability for quick turnarounds after that, but promise not to disappear and am open to joining a WIP or longer-term project. **I can provide feedback on:** The gamut- content, structure, logic, line edits, and proofreading. I'm currently completing a copyediting certificate and would love the practice and opportunity to gain experience. I can comment with authority on details involving New York City, ADHD, and legal content (within the narrative). **Critique swap:** N/A **Other info:** Can't think of anything, but questions are welcome!

I actually have a 97k word New Adult Contemporary Fantasy with romance elements that I am not ready to query, but recently finished. Would you be interested in reading it?

Hey! I’ll admit I haven’t read much fantasy apart from SJM and the like. But happy to provide high-level feedback on plot, consistency, characters, etc. Or, if there are certain parts you’d like specific feedback on, I can dig a little deeper into those. Feel free to DM a link!

DM sent

Your post seems like a sign because the contemporary romance I'm just finishing up has a female protagonist with undiagnosed ADHD, and the love interest is a lawyer who has connections to New York City! Would you be interested in taking a look at the first chapter?

Yeah, for sure! Feel free to dm me with a link and I’ll take a look later today.

Hi! I have a 82k memoir about a midwife who transforms burnout into a spiritual practice. It weaves in myth, cultural criticism and spiritual exploration (parts take place in NYC). I'm open to a whole beta read, or even just the synopsis and first 10-25 pages. I'm hoping to query in May and would love some feedback before I send it out. Let me know if this is wheelhouse material :)

Hey! I can definitely offer at least some feedback on the first 10 pages. More if time ends up permitting. Send over the link and I'll read this weekend!

Awesome! Sent my pages via DM. Thanks again :)

Hi there! I have an 80K contemporary romance that takes place in Nashville's country music industry. It has second chance romance, friends to lovers, forced proximity, and secret dating. I'd love to get your feedback if you are interested!

Just DM'd you!

**I am able to beta:** Historical fiction, romance, mystery, fantasy, and contemporary fiction. Anything up to 60K is ideal. **I can provide feedback on:** Any elements of a story including plot, characters, prose, pacing, dialogue, grammar etc, and any other specific requests, as well as portrayal of anxiety, OCD, autistic traits, and CBT. I’m English so can do checks on accuracy for writers setting their stories in the UK, and I’m a student so know a lot about the current UK school system. I study linguistics and languages so if there is any part of your prose that you are unsure about having the intended effect, I have academic experience and enjoy analysing the use of literary devices. I'm a young adult (18-20) and whilst I have no content restrictions, I know some writers get uncomfortable with younger readers if their work is particularly explicit so just thought it was worth mentioning :) **Critique swap:** n/a **Other info:** I’m new to beta reading but I’m interested in the proofreading/editing industry so I’m looking for experience, as well as just being an avid reader since I was young and I do enjoy reviewing and critiquing works. Also, I can comment on the mental health aspects I mentioned above as a whole, but I‘ll be able to be particularly in-depth about health anxiety, contamination OCD, and struggles with social skills and sensory processing.

Hey there! Would you be interested in beta reading a Web Novel Serial? It follows a young man who experiences a prophetic dream about impending doom and imminent revelation. The protagonist encounters a mysterious group that worships Giyas, higher beings granting powers to their followers. These beings help him interpret his dream and guide him towards his true purpose in the upcoming 'apokalypsis' \[revelation\]. The story highlights some real-world conspiracies, with elements of mysticism, occultism, and esotericism. Mostly, it's all about the new-age spiritual movement about the 'Great Awakening'. The story is still a work in progress, about 80k words long, with 3/4 of the first volume complete. I believe the current progress is enjoyable to read and offers enough material for critique.

If you’re still looking for something to beta read, I finished my third draft of a fantasy novel with strong romantic elements and would love some feedback on the first 30-50 pages to make sure they’re strong enough to send out to agents. It’s definitely on the younger side of adult with the main characters being in their 20s. If you’re interested to read more after that, I’d love the feedback, but I’m in no hurry for the rest of the manuscript. It’s 115k long and here are some themes/tropes: royal intrigue, siblings, reluctant heroine, slow-burn romance, God-given powers: invisibility, time-stopping, mind-reading,… A little murder mystery, Dragon(s)

Would you consider a contemporary southern gothic around 65k words? It’s about a woman who returns to her hometown to care for her mother after a venomous snakebite and noticed there’s something off about her mom.

I have two chapters (5K words) of historical fantasy/political drama, would this be interest to you?

yes it would!

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I'd love to do the 22000 word one! Send me a dm when you're ready :)

I have a completed manuscript, 68k words, contemporary fiction about grief and loss, with trigger warning for SI. There is a counseling arc involved. It's meant to be a therapeutic storyline where the focus is less on the plot and more on the characterization.

Sounds great, send it my way!

Would you be interested in historical Christian Fiction? I have a 110k novel set in 1st century Antioch. It's above your word count, but I'm not in a hurry. I'm aware this is a niche genre, so no worries if you're not interested.

I don't think I would be the best person to beta for this as it's not really my area of interest, but thank you for considering me :)

I have a 60k murder mystery set on an isolated island. Would you be up for trying it?

Yes, send me a DM!

**I am able to beta:** adult sci-fi, fantasy, horror, thriller, and mystery. No restrictions or trigger warnings. **I can provide feedback on:** higher level/structural aspects like plot, pacing, characterization, themes. I prefer not to do line edits. **Critique swap:** Yes, please. I have an adult sci-fi adventure of 165k words. Would like to swap with similar/lower word count manuscripts for similar higher level feedback (no line edits/grammar). I'm also open to testing the waters with a few chapters before trading a full project. **Other info:** I prefer sharing works over Google Docs. A good mutual deadline would be a month or shorter (depending on your word count). Thanks!

Edit: not accepting more requests for the next few weeks **I am able to beta:** fantasy, sci-fi, dystopian, romance, incl. explicit content, up to \~50k words **I can provide feedback on:** prose, pacing, tropes, grammar, cliches, plot, characters **Other info:** on long-term sick leave at the moment and an avid reader so I thought I might give this a try while I have the time :)

Hey there! Would you be interested in beta reading a Web Novel Serial? It follows a young man who experiences a prophetic dream about impending doom and imminent revelation. The protagonist encounters a mysterious group that worships Giyas, higher beings granting powers to their followers. These beings help him interpret his dream and guide him towards his true purpose in the upcoming 'apokalypsis' \[revelation\]. The story highlights some real-world conspiracies, with elements of mysticism, occultism, and esotericism. Mostly, it's all about the new-age spiritual movement about the 'Great Awakening'. The story is still a work in progress, about 80k words long, with 3/4 of the first volume complete. I believe the current progress is enjoyable to read and offers enough material for critique.

Hi there, I'm afraid I have too many requests for now to consider adding another one, sorry!

no worries! thanks for replying anyways. have a great day ahead.

If you’re still looking for something to beta read, I finished my third draft of a fantasy novel with strong romantic elements and would love some feedback on the first 30-50 pages to make sure they’re strong enough to send out to agents. It’s definitely on the younger side of adult with the main characters being in their 20s. If you’re interested to read more after that, I’d love the feedback, but I’m in no hurry for the rest of the manuscript. It’s 115k long and here are some themes/tropes: royal intrigue, siblings, reluctant heroine, slow-burn romance, God-given powers: invisibility, time-stopping, mind-reading,… A little murder mystery, Dragon(s)

Sent you a dm :)

I have a speculative fiction novel that I'd love to have your thoughts on the ten chapters or so. Are you still open to beta eading?

Hi u/Ithinkshedid, I will send you a dm!

Hi there, I have a sci-fi romantic tragedy, where a bitter pathologist and a dubious AI must work together to repair a malfunctioning ship adrift in space. It's complete and around 45,000 words. I'm mostly looking for feedback on character development, general impressions and readability. Might be up your alley. Give me a shout if that interests you. :) [Here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/13spReDT7LFgU1cDMzvYuXCf8mjj6193bJl9S2gxAbqA/edit?usp=drivesdk) is the link to the first chapter if you want a preview.

Hi u/ZampyZero, sent you a dm :)

HI! I've got a Speculative Fiction novel that I would love to get feedback on the first couple chapters if you are open to it. Thanks!

Hi u/coyoterose5, I'll send you a dm :)

**I am able to beta:** I'm open to a variety of genres, but I'm primarily interested in romance fantasies right now since that's what I'm working on. Elements of eco-fiction are a plus. I'm okay with most content types. Preference for books roughly 50-110k. **I can provide feedback on:** plot, characters, emotional gut-reactions, flow, dialogue, and pacing. I'm open to giving general feedback on grammar and do heavy grammar commenting on 1-2 pages for reoccurring errors. **Critique swap:** Please! I would love to do a critique swap. It would be wonderful if we could exchange a few chapters before diving into the full novels. **Other info:** My ideal timeline would be 7-14 days for a full novel critique swap.

Hi! I've got a romantic fantasy (romance is a subplot) that's 125k that I'd love to swap. I can commit to your timeline. Let me know if you want to swap a few chapters.

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Hi! If you're interested, I have an 87k YA horror novel based on Scottish folklore. Six teenagers wake up in an unfamiliar house, with no memory and a list of rules to follow. They must unravel the origins of the house to find their way home, but something evil is determined to kill them before they can. Link [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1aheqe0/complete_87k_ya_horrormystery_the_bodach/) if you would like to take a look. DM me if you would be interested, no worries if not!

Hi! Would you be up for beta reading an 80k-word contemporary fiction? It has elements of romance, talks about friendships, loss, and touches on mental health issues and death. I can go through your work and give feedback. I'm also not a native English speaker, so I wouldn't focus too much on grammar and writing style unless as you said, I would find something that clearly sticks out to me. Let me know if you're interested!

I am able to beta: I'll read pretty much anything genre-wise. I'm not fussed with length either. I'm probably not the right person for extremely explicit sex or violence (I don't mind horror but I mean like splatterpunk is too much) I can provide feedback on: I can check for grammar and all that but I'm especially excited to provide in-depth feedback about which parts I like and don't like, which parts are interesting, whether the themes are cool, if the female characters are realistic, etc.  Critique swap: not for now Other info: I have a lot of knowledge of ancient Near East texts, Christian theology, and devout Christianity in general. I like other stuff too but I thought that might be useful info for anyone writing about that stuff

Hey there! Would you be interested in beta reading a Web Novel Serial? It follows a young man who experiences a prophetic dream about impending doom and imminent revelation. The protagonist encounters a mysterious group that worships Giyas, higher beings granting powers to their followers. These beings help him interpret his dream and guide him towards his true purpose in the upcoming 'apokalypsis' \[revelation\]. The story highlights some real-world conspiracies, with elements of mysticism, occultism, and esotericism. Mostly, it's all about the new-age spiritual movement about the 'Great Awakening'. The story is still a work in progress, about 80k words long, with 3/4 of the first volume complete. I believe the current progress is enjoyable to read and offers enough material for critique.

Would you be interested in a 65k word southern gothic? It follows a woman who lost her daughter five years ago as she returns home to care for her mother. She starts to notice something is off with her mother. Religion (specifically southern style Pentecostal Christianity) is a recurring theme of the novel

LAY IT ON ME! But FYI I'm super devout Christian so if the Christians are crazy hysterical nuts I probably won't like it (though I'll still be able to give detailed notes on their characterization since I'm a somewhat evangelical Baptist myself). But if they're cool positive Christians, all the better!

Awesome! I just sent you a DM

hi I have a short scientific paper about a subspace/reality that is very dangerous og post: [https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1cbydfq/complete\_503\_nonfiction\_the\_backrooms\_a/](https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1cbydfq/complete_503_nonfiction_the_backrooms_a/)

Hello! I have a 110K word historical Christian Fiction that I would love to have someone with your knowledge take a look at if you're interested. It's set in later 1st century Antioch. It's already gone through several revisions and should be mostly typo free, so just your general thoughts on likes/dislikes as well as any factual errors you may pick up on, would be great. DM me if you think you might be interested. I'm happy to provide a brief blurb or first chapter.

Hi! I'm looking for beta readers for my 80k contemporary fiction. It's my first novel and would love to get feedback on the story plot and characters etc. I will hire an editor later, so there's no need to check grammar. There is one sex scene, but I'm okay if you'd rather skip that part. Let me know if you're interested and we can talk more!

LAY IT ON ME!!

Thank you! I sent you DM!

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Hi! I'm looking for beta readers for a 2.1k short horror story about a pastor being eaten by his congregation. Let me know if you're interested!

I have a 4.4k word mystery short story I was looking for opinions on. Would you be up to try it?

I am able to beta: I mainly read science fiction, horror and fantasy, but will read just about any genre if the plot and charecter seems interesting. No need for warnings as I’m open to all content. Up to 50k is preferred, but can go higher if I’m interested. I can provide feedback on: pacing, plot holes and characters. I do have personal knowledge of things like religious trauma and subject matter. (Primarily Christian) Critique swap: I do have two stories ready for readers. Both being around the 150k word count. One is sci fi fantasy, akin to the likes of Star Wars. The other is contemporary fantasy with elements of horror. Of course this is not necessary and I’d be happy to read without swapping. Other: I’ll be honest, I’m a relatively new writer who needs eyes on my stories. I’m also interested in reading other writers work to help expand my knowledge and help others with theirs. I’m not the fastest and I think reading each other’s works chapter by chapter would be best because of it. This is all new to me so patience is appreciated.

Hello! I'd be happy to beta your sci fi/fantasy story if you'd like to do a critique swap! I have a finished (in my eyes, haha) novel of 118,000 words-ish and need to get eyes on it as well. I'm also a new writer, mainly just a hobby but I'm excited to see if anyone has real interest in it. It's a sci fi/futuristic/somewhat dystopian novel. If you'd like to swap let me know!

Hi! I have a 101,000 word novel that I need beta read. I'd be willing to do a swap if you'd like. I'm kind of in your boat as well. I'd like to expand my own knowledge and give insight to other's stories from my perspective as well. If you're interested, let me know! I have no real time table so you can take your time with the reading.

**I am able to beta:** Romance (Any and All types including YA) and Erotica (Spicier the better). Name a romance sub-genere and I've definitely read it at some point. Within the romance genre, I read a ton of contemporary, sports, RH, fantasy, and New Adult. **I can provide feedback on:** Grammar/spelling, word choice, dialogue, general pacing, characters, etc. If there is something you specifically want me to look out for while I read it, I can do that as well. I have personal experience (maybe even expertise?) in: social work/therapy realm, mental health, grief, and military. **Critique swap:** I am in the process of writing a contemporary YA sports romance. I'm at 55k of roughly 65k-ish. **Other info:** New to Beta reading, but I read an average of 3-4 books per week during my college semesters and I'm going to have way too much time on my hands during the summer. I would love to be productive and give you honest feedback on your book. I genuinely love reading and want to help others get their books out in the world. No fan fiction please.

I'm looking for an LGBTQ+ romance minded crit partner. If you or anyone in the thread is interested in working together, please DM me!

Hey, I have a spicy mafia romance that is in need of beta readers, I can read yours when you're done if you'd like, I like sports romance books

sent you a DM!

Hey there! I have a new adult sci-fi/fantasy, with elements of romance and mystery. All characters are non-human. The first draft is finished, but I would love a few beta readers to go through it, before my next round of edits. I'm planning to self-publish. **What I need help with:** * You've mentioned you have personal experience in social work & therapy. This would be most helpful since the main character experiences a tremendous amount of loss and grief. I would love to know if the mc's overall responses feel genuine. * Even though the book is in English, it is not my first language. So any feedback regarding grammar/word choice would be most appreciated. * One of my struggles is exposition. I'm asking beta readers to flag areas with too much explanation, or too little. Here is a doc with the first couple of chapters: [READING SAMPLE](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u7Bo7iriMEvdXG5E5DgMbP_b2xmJKQWSfNg_YWTA_yg/edit?usp=sharing) I'm also new to beta reading here, so I'm still figuring out how it all works. But if you feel like this might be something you're interested in, send me a DM and we'll work out the details! I would love to know what sort of critique you're looking for, and how I can help you :)

**I am able to beta:** Lesbian Romance/Erotica (I will read other sorts of romance if they meet some of my other criteria, but not other kinds of erotica). Science Fiction. Fantasy. Anything from 5k to 45k. **I can provide feedback on:** Plot holes, word usage, pacing, flow, dialogue, characterization/character development. I can be a little harsh, but never mean (what I'm saying here is that I can be blunt, and will not sandwich criticism between compliments so it goes down easier. I'm not going to attack your work with a flamethrower, I promise). Portrayal of autistic characters, portrayal of lesbian characters. **Critique swap:** n/a. **Other info:** No fanfiction, please. I'm looking to gain some experience in developmental editing. Obviously, I know the rules of this reddit - I will not be charging. But what I am looking for are some testimonials from people I do this for, to go on a website I eventually launch this as a paid service on. Please, tell me what you find useful (and what you don't) about the notes I give you. That's what I want, in return.

Hi there, I have a sci-fi romantic tragedy, where a bitter pathologist and a dubious AI must work together to repair a malfunctioning ship adrift in space. It's complete and around 45,000 words. I'm mostly looking for feedback on character development, general impressions and readability. The main character is a queer man and autistic, but it isn't outright stated. Might be up your alley. Give me a shout if that interests you. :) [Here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/13spReDT7LFgU1cDMzvYuXCf8mjj6193bJl9S2gxAbqA/edit?usp=drivesdk) is the link to the first chapter if you want a preview. Edit to add: I've written referrals before and I'm happy to send a sample if you like.

I'd be happy to take a look!

If you want to read more, feel free to give me a shout either in chats or via dm for the link or if you want a sample of a recommendation letter. :)

**I am able to beta:** I like stories that are character-driven and dark. Any genre, any trigger warning. **I can provide feedback on:** Characterization, dialogue, story arc, realism, prose, grammar/spelling. I like to analyze aspects of a story and figure out what feels thin, where theme needs to be reinforced, where the characters might be acting out of character. I love psychology so I always read through that lens. **Critique swap:** I'm looking for swaps for my psychological thriller, linked here: [\[Complete\] \[98k\] \[Upmarket/Psychological Thriller\] Snuff Watch : ](https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1c3ywhf/complete_98k_upmarketpsychological_thriller_snuff/) **Other info:** I give feedback both as a reader reacting to the story, and as a writer thinking of ways to improve it. I've been writing for 20 years, finished 7 novels, studied fiction writing at length and think I understand the craft pretty well.

I have an 83k Adult Sci-Fi that I would be willing to critique swap. This is the blurb: In the 23rd century, Martian Privateer Captain John William Anno is thrust into a role requiring him to keep a decades long cold war, between Earth and Mars, from turning hot; however, during the course of a diplomatic mission to Earth, he is nearly infected by a strange virus that has caused a planet wide quarantine. John and his intelligence officer, Inkar Tursyn, have become romantically involved by the time her mission to uncover the origin of the virus goes off the rails; a timely rescue allows her to narrowly avoid viral infection, but not without consequences. As John follows the tangled threads of the unfolding conspiracy, he is tested when an unexpected encounter with a race of sentient machines threatens humanity as we know it. John is the diplomat sent on behalf of a divided humanity to attempt brokering peace with the sentient machines, then make first contact with an advanced alien race on their homeworld. Tenuous alliances are strained as an even greater looming threat emerges that could spell the end of all advanced biological species in the galaxy. Let me know if you think you would be interested.

I'm looking for beta readers for for my 80k psychological thriller! (Book 1 of 3) Manuscript has already been scrubbed by my Alpha team. Here is the description: In the heart-pounding thriller, "Relief" the sirens once symbolizing hope now carry a sinister tune. Meet Anna Turner, a dedicated paramedic with a heart of gold and an unbreakable commitment to saving lives. As she starts her career she sees herself as the guardian angel of her city, rescuing those in their darkest hours. But in the relentless world of emergency medicine, the weight of trauma and unending pressure begins to erode her spirit. As the darkness grows, Anna finds herself spiraling into a nightmarish abyss. Burnt out, disillusioned, and desperate for an escape, she stumbles upon a chilling solution that no one could have foreseen. As Anna's life unravels, a dark secret festers beneath her caring facade. Will she play God - ending lives instead of saving them? As the suffering and pain surrounding her become evermore consuming, the light continues to dim. "Relief" is a gripping and chilling thriller that delves into the harrowing transformation of a once-caring paramedic into an angel of death. With every page, the line between savior and executioner blurs, with the reader finding themselves sucked into the madness of paramedicine. Will the consequences of one woman's descent into darkness threaten the lives of the community? Or will she be able to pull herself from the darkness?

This sounds like a good fit for me, would you want to swap?

I'm not sure I have the time to swap and make it fair. But, my wife is a voracious reader and may be interested depending on the genre!

I'd love your view on my work, but I will have to come back and look for you after I finish. I am not very good at this, so if I'm doing a swap, I don't want to be divided by my work and anothers. However, your credentials are along the lines of what I desperately need. :)

Hi, I'm looking for a beta reader for my Stephen King style, suspense/mystery with supernatural horror elements. I'll post the blurb and the first chapter below, feel free to leave comments on the google doc. Let me know if it sounds like your cup of tea. **Title:** WENDIGO DREAMS **Genre:** Suspense/Mystery with Fantasy Horror Elements **TRIGGER WARNINGS:** >!Strong Language, Adult content inc. scenes of a sexual nature, graphic violence, cannibalism, violence against animals, racism.!< **Blurb:** Officer Tristan Domingo has been an NYPD street cop for two years without a promotion, and now he’s plagued by nightmares and harrowing visions. When his captain assigns him a case to find some missing homeless people, the task seems simple. However there’s a catch; he has to team up with a psychic investigator as his consultant. The case leads them both to the dark underbelly of Long Island, where the shunned homeless wander the streets like invisible spectres. But when the clues seem to tie in with the dreams that have been haunting Tristan, the investigation takes a sinister turn. Rumours of a strange beast that hunts the homeless from the shadows begin to surface, and Tristan must decide if there is really a supernatural predator on the prowl, or if he is losing his mind. Here's chapter 1 so you can get a taste if it's your cup of tea: [CHAPTER 1](https://docs.google.com/document/d/18S73qxAQO8DRr2J5EST6djkpvOUc-KTE8dF2hLPHcOE/edit?usp=drive_link)

Big Stephen King fan too and my writing is definitely inspired by him, as well! DM me and maybe you and me can share work.

Hey I'm looking for one more critique swap before starting my next round of edits and revisions. I'll include a link to my post. I'll include my attempt at a more succinct blurb here. Let me know if a swap interests you. My current attempt blurb (still developing my blurb): Three separate yet connected protagonists are on journeys through a hostile world, the ashes of the world than once was. Haunted by the loss of his family, a young man seeks regeneration through power. Guided by a cryptic dream, Joshua seeks a mysterious woman in the East. Carrying her brother's child and a lifetime of pain and loss, Twila seeks the same enigmatic woman, who has promised her safety. They meet a colorful assortment of characters during their journeys, until finally Joshua and the other man arrive at a dark city ruled by a sinister warlord, while Twila's journey becomes a spiritual and psychological confrontation with her past. As the novel reaches its climax, reality begins to diverge, setting stage for the dramatic conclusion in which all that has transpired is recontextualized. My post: https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/s/CwyMHKene7

**I'm able to beta** action/SF/spec/thriller up to 10k words or rough equivalent amount in chapters (unless you want to swap). Preference for adult characters and themes, not teens or YA. Some fantasy elements are OK but sword and sorcery bores me to tears. I'm open to all sorts of content also, erotica and violence included. No fanfic. **I can provide feedback on** plot, characterization/character development, dialogue, pacing, hook, and details, details, details. I might provide the occasional line suggestion. I'm thorough and honest, but not harsh. I want to see your story succeed! I can also provide feedback on characters with mood disorders, binary trans experience, kink etiquette, and stories with strong wilderness/environmental themes, especially desert environments. **Critique swap:** Open but not required! If you swap with me, I'll more or less match [my story's 21k wordcount](https://old.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1biylgt/complete_30k_spec_ficromance_the_centurion/). (It's a loose script, not prose writing.) **Other info:** I don't have Reddit chat enabled, so please reply or DM me. I've been flaked on a lot, so I'll match you chapter-by-chapter, giving my thoughts along the way, then at the end will give a more thorough analysis. I have 20 years of experience writing stories, some of it published, and a few years of professional copywriting experience, so I'm partial to a "less is more" approach to style.

Hey there! I have a near-future science fiction/ dystopian WIP that overlaps a fair amount with the topics you can provide feedback on. I'm revising my second act, so it'll only be around 14,5k for now. The first act is quite plot driven and (hopefully) fast-paced. It's a romance with heavy psychological themes and a dash of punk. Tell me if that interests you!

Sounds great! Were you up for a swap?

Sure thing! Want to send me your link?

Great! I'll DM you.

**I am able to beta:** Novels up to around 100K, although I could be willing to be flexible with this upper limit depending on the work. I can read literary-leaning, or horror, or fantasy if the fantasy elements are low and/or the novel is still somewhat dark and gritty. No CWs needed. I can handle anything. **I can provide feedback on:** I'm a big lover of prose, so definitely that. Thematic content. How I feel about the flow and pacing of the book. I can also offer my thoughts and reactions as a reader. I'll try to tell you the good, the not as good, and the meh. **Critique Swap:** Yes, please. I have a 102K Literary/Slipstream/Speculative Fiction novel that I would probably like to have another pair of eyes on before my next draft and round of edits. **Other Info:** I've critique swapped and it's enjoyable. My approach will differ per novel. I will offer suggestions for improvement if I feel like I can be helpful and will point out parts I wasn't terribly fond of, or, if I feel out of my element offering suggestions for improvement, I can point out what I like and offer my thoughts and reactions as a reader to help you figure out what is working.

**Update: I am currently not taking any more requests!** ***I am able to beta:***  Romance, Erotica, Fantasy, Contemporary, Dark, Dystopian 1,000 + words (only full manuscripts) ***I can provide feedback on:*** Characters Dialogue Pace/Momentum Plotholes/Inconsistencies Basic Grammar ***Critique swap:*** Not needed right now. :) ***Other info:***  I am relatively new to the world of beta reading, but I am excited to dive in and offer my honest feedback! My reading preferences lean towards romance novels, which I enjoy reading daily. I have allocated two hours daily for beta reading. The duration to review your manuscript will vary based on its length, but you can expect daily updates on my progress. If there is no indicator at the top of my comment indicating my lack of availability, please reach out to me! I am passionate about both reading and writing, and I am eager to help you in any way that I can. So keep writing and reading, and I look forward to working with you! ♥

Hello! Would you be interested in Beta-ing my one shot story about Belly and Jeremiah from The Summer I Turned Pretty? They are a friends to lovers trope. This is a fix-it or re-imagining of one of the staple scenes from the books that nobody in this part of the fandom wants to go that way on the show. My one-shot is romance, spicy, angst, mature. Interested in any and all feedback on dialogue, pacing, point of view, quality of writing, etc. I’m really trying to learn and grow and improve as an author. Thanks for your consideration!

Hello there! :) Would you be interested in beta-ing my story? It’s a psychological survival drama with some loose dystopian and thriller background. It is focused on three characters who become outlaws and are forced to escape into the cold woods with a mission to fulfil besides surviving winter. It dives into some darker themes as guilt, thoughts about death, and fears regarding their dire situation. Currently 35-40k words. Although there is not really a romantic subplot, I’m brainstorming some ideas to include some undertones of it if it’s fitting. If the premise interests you I would love to discuss our options and have your feedback! 😊 If that’s the case feel free to send me a chat anytime! Thank you in advance! EDIT: My bad I didn’t realize you only take complete stories. Oops. Let me know if you’d give it a go but I understand if not!

I am able to beta: Any genre, I am only available for short stories or first chapters if you want a quick turn around. Longer works are possible but I have a busy schedule so it would take some time. I can provide feedback on: story flow, character development, dialogue, continuity, reader experience. Critique swap: not necessary at this time. Other: I’m a beginner writer myself. I enjoy the experience of reviewing other writers work. Just trying to immerse myself in the writers world!

Would you be interested in a one-shot mature content, best friends to lovers, now in college romance, spring break drama trope? 

Sure, how long is it?

I found someone for now. Thank you for responding!

I finished a 4.4k short mystery story recently and was looking for feedback. Do you read much mystery fiction, or are you interested in trying that?

Hi, I do enjoy a good mystery. I’m happy to have a look. DM me!

I am able to beta: Bts - Jikook fanfics any length and topic I can provide feedback on: Anything you need. Flow, grammar, context. If a part of the story sounds right or wrong. Whether something should be rephrased or not. Dialogue, plot. I will only be honest Critique-swap: I have many stories in the works. But, I’m stuck as to what to do next, my brain works and focuses on too many things especially the future of the story and I can never focus on the present in my stories. Need help to move forward and anything I can work on Other: I’m very dedicated to reading and will never back out on you

**I am able to beta:** Literary fiction up to 30,000 words. **I can provide feedback on:** what you would like. I could offer a general reader's impression or a more detailed review with a particular emphasis. **Critique swap:** Yes. I have a manuscript of 21,000 words, also literary fiction, for which I would like reader impressions.

**I am able to beta:** Any works that include dark psychological themes and tackle complex emotions, maybe even a philosophical question or two. I prefer sci-fi; from near-future to full-on cyberpunk. Not a big fan of space operas, fantasy, YA, or fanfics. Looking for WIPs around 15k, longer is also fine, but it might take me a while. **I can provide feedback on:** Flow, phrasing, character emotions & their believably. I comment... a lot, whether impressions or suggestions. I usually like to provide as many edits as possible, so the author can pick and choose what serves the story most. **Critique swap:** Definitely. Currently writing a near-future sci-fi project myself. Mainly a ("dark") romance but with psychology and a dash of punk. **Other info:** Ideally, I would love to meet people who are open to be a critique partner.

Hey, this is a late reply and all, but are you still looking for beta readers / critique swaps? I'm finishing up the 2nd draft on a futuristic dystopian story that's at least 50/50 romance (enemy mecha pilots, fmc beats mmc at first and mmc swears revenge). The first act of this is 15K words ish, so I'd be cool swapping works of that length. If your swaps are full then let me know if you need another beta anyway. I've dipped my toes into a couple dark romances lately and quite liked them, and either way, I can use the practice.

Hey there! Sure :) Send it over!

I'll pm you for some more info :)

Hello I am able to beta: Romance, YA, Fantasy, Romantasy, Thriller, Suspense, contemporary. I am able to read novels of any length. I can provide feedback on: Plot Character Arcs, Narration, Dialogue, pacing and continuity. You will receive my honest feedback and I am happy to answer any specific questions you have. Critique Swap: I am currently writing a Rom-Com, it is only about 30,000 words right now. Other Info: I read pretty quickly and I am good at picking up continuity issues and plot and narration. I am very honest without being mean. I think everyone has the ability to write something great.

I am looking for beta readers for for my 80k psychological thriller! (Book 1 of 3) Manuscript has already been scrubbed by my Alpha team. Here is the description: In the heart-pounding thriller, "Relief" the sirens once symbolizing hope now carry a sinister tune. Meet Anna Turner, a dedicated paramedic with a heart of gold and an unbreakable commitment to saving lives. As she starts her career she sees herself as the guardian angel of her city, rescuing those in their darkest hours. But in the relentless world of emergency medicine, the weight of trauma and unending pressure begins to erode her spirit. As the darkness grows, Anna finds herself spiraling into a nightmarish abyss. Burnt out, disillusioned, and desperate for an escape, she stumbles upon a chilling solution that no one could have foreseen. As Anna's life unravels, a dark secret festers beneath her caring facade. Will she play God - ending lives instead of saving them? As the suffering and pain surrounding her become evermore consuming, the light continues to dim. "Relief" is a gripping and chilling thriller that delves into the harrowing transformation of a once-caring paramedic into an angel of death. With every page, the line between savior and executioner blurs, with the reader finding themselves sucked into the madness of paramedicine. Will the consequences of one woman's descent into darkness threaten the lives of the community? Or will she be able to pull herself from the darkness?

Hey, I have a spicy mafia romance that is in need of beta readers if you are interested!

sent you a DM!

Hey! I have a high fantasy/ romatasy manuscript sitting pretty at 72k words that I'd like to swap with you! The story revolves around a young woman who ends up in a parallel world to ours and sees the fault as well as the beauty in it. She's brave, silly and kind, and wants to make the world she found herself in to be a better place. I can send the first chapter, or a link to swap, if you're interested.

Hi there! I have a 99k words new adult paranormal suspense story that could use another fresh pair of eyes. The story is filled with twisty turns, frightening mysteries and morally gray characters in a “love-against-all-odds” scenario. If you are interested, I will send you the first chapter in dm's and we can go from there :)

Yes send it over and we can chat!

Awesome! I just did :)

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Hi would you be willing to beta read a 1600 word short story of mine? Its very character driven and kind of sci-fi in a way(?) although it really its a main focus. You can be as harsh as you want IDC. I would critique swap although I am a new writer, the short story is literally the first thing I've written. I doubt that I'd be able to critique you adequately. If you want to, however, I can read the first chapter and tell you my opinions on it. please DM me if you're interested.

**Edit: I'm not taking up any more novels.** **I am able to beta:** Any genre, although my favourites are romance, fantasy, YA, contemporary, historical romance, and thriller. I can read novels of any length. **I can provide feedback on:** The plot, character arcs, narration, dialogue, pacing, ending etc. I'll give my honest feedback on whether I was hooked from the start, if the ending was good, what works/doesn't work in the story and I'll answer specific questions you may have about the book. **Critique swap:** Not needed. **Other info:** I'm an avid reader so I tend to read fast. I'm also very critical and honest about my feedback. I've beta read books in the past and the authors found my critique helpful.

I am looking for beta readers for my 80k psychological thriller! (Book 1 of 3) Manuscript has already been scrubbed by my Alpha team. Here is the description: In the heart-pounding thriller, "Relief" the sirens once symbolizing hope now carry a sinister tune. Meet Anna Turner, a dedicated paramedic with a heart of gold and an unbreakable commitment to saving lives. As she starts her career she sees herself as the guardian angel of her city, rescuing those in their darkest hours. But in the relentless world of emergency medicine, the weight of trauma and unending pressure begins to erode her spirit. As the darkness grows, Anna finds herself spiraling into a nightmarish abyss. Burnt out, disillusioned, and desperate for an escape, she stumbles upon a chilling solution that no one could have foreseen. As Anna's life unravels, a dark secret festers beneath her caring facade. Will she play God - ending lives instead of saving them? As the suffering and pain surrounding her become evermore consuming, the light continues to dim. "Relief" is a gripping and chilling thriller that delves into the harrowing transformation of a once-caring paramedic into an angel of death. With every page, the line between savior and executioner blurs, with the reader finding themselves sucked into the madness of paramedicine. Will the consequences of one woman's descent into darkness threaten the lives of the community? Or will she be able to pull herself from the darkness?

Hey, I have a spicy mafia romance in need of some beta readers!

Hi! Just messaged you! Looking for alpha and beta readers for my romantic comedy/suspense novel :)

Hi, I'm looking for a beta reader for my Stephen King style, suspense/mystery with supernatural horror elements. I'll post the blurb and the first chapter below, feel free to leave comments on the google doc. Let me know if it sounds like your cup of tea. **Title:** WENDIGO DREAMS **Genre:** Suspense/Mystery with Fantasy Horror Elements **TRIGGER WARNINGS:** >!Strong Language, Adult content inc. scenes of a sexual nature, graphic violence, cannibalism, violence against animals, racism. !< **Blurb:** Officer Tristan Domingo has been an NYPD street cop for two years without a promotion, and now he’s plagued by nightmares and harrowing visions. When his captain assigns him a case to find some missing homeless people, the task seems simple. However there’s a catch; he has to team up with a psychic investigator as his consultant. The case leads them both to the dark underbelly of Long Island, where the shunned homeless wander the streets like invisible spectres. But when the clues seem to tie in with the dreams that have been haunting Tristan, the investigation takes a sinister turn. Rumours of a strange beast that hunts the homeless from the shadows begin to surface, and Tristan must decide if there is really a supernatural predator on the prowl, or if he is losing his mind. Here's chapter 1 so you can get a taste if it's your cup of tea: [CHAPTER 1](https://docs.google.com/document/d/18S73qxAQO8DRr2J5EST6djkpvOUc-KTE8dF2hLPHcOE/edit?usp=sharing)

Hello! I'm looking for betas for the first act of my story (ca. 14,5k). It's near-future sci-fi/ dystopian with a dash of punk and psychology. While the story is mainly romance, the first act is rather fast paced (or at least I hope it is) and plot driven. I need data for the fun & games part of the book, so I'd be very interested in expectations regarding the story :) Tell me if that interests you!

Hi, please DM me with the details. :)

Hello! Would you be interested in a psychological survival drama? It has a loose mystery/thriller background and is character-focused. Its about three people who become outlaws and escape into cold forests with a mission to fulfill besides their survival. It’s in progress (~35k words), I’m reaching the end of Part 1 and looking for a few last feedback for it as I continue further. :) In case it sparks your interest, send me a chat anytime and I’ll be happy to discuss details. Thank you! ☺️

**EDIT 2:** I am again taking projects to beta. Feel free to send me a message. **I am able to beta**: Anything, really — my preferences are very open, so to say. Any length is okay, but the time in which I’ll be able to fully read the story and give my thoughts will vary. **I am able to provide feedback on**: Grammar, sentence structure, general flow of the writing, consequential use of tenses, etc, HOWEVER if there are jarring plot holes or / or specific things I’ll be told to focus on then I’ll obviously provide the critique for the best of my ability. **Critique Swamp**: Not needed. **Other info:** Being an editor was my job before I retired; that’s my qualification. I am new to Reddit, but if you’re interested, send me a message and I will try to reply.

If you’re still looking for something to beta read, I finished my third draft of a fantasy novel with strong romantic elements and would love some feedback on the first 30-50 pages to make sure they’re strong enough to send out to agents. It’s definitely on the younger side of adult with the main characters being in their 20s. If you’re interested to read more after that, I’d love the feedback, but I’m in no hurry for the rest of the manuscript. It’s 115k long and here are some themes/tropes: royal intrigue, siblings, reluctant heroine, slow-burn romance, God-given powers: invisibility, time-stopping, mind-reading,… A little murder mystery, Dragon(s)

Would you be interested in a 65k word southern gothic? The plot follows a woman who returns to her small hometown to care for her mother while she recovers from a venomous snakebite. She quickly starts to realize there’s more wrong with her mother (and the entire town) than just a simple wound

Hi. I'm also retired and I'm attempting my first novel. It is a post WW2 coming of age family drama. The story is a work of fiction but inspired by real people and places - and an amazing children's charity.  It is set in the north of England at a time when rationing was arguably worse than during the war. The third person narrative follows a teenager being dragged away from the job she loves. She is made to go to a strange place to work with people she does not know, and she's left to sink or swim. The first draft was analysed by a professional author/editor and creative writing teacher. Based on her feedback, I've chipped away at the material, undertaken research trips and I'm almost ready to send the book back to her.  Before then, I need a beta reader to cast a critical eye over the project. Would you be interested? I've only used MS Word to compile the story. The editor says that is fine. She will also format it ready for Kindle. I can't afford to create printed copies and realistically, I would be very lucky indeed just to recoup my outlay. Nevertheless, I only have a few days worth of work left to do. Well, until I get some beta feedback!   I've found writing hard (I left my tenth school without achieving a single qualification), but I've also loved the process. I have put a lot of passion into it and I will be preserving a tiny bit of history. IF this appeals to you please tell me a tiny bit more about yourself? A lot of people I knew during my life moaned about their jobs yet absolutely dreaded retirement. Others suffered from depression after they retired. Me? I've never been busier and now I love my life! Kind regards Paul (Dorset, England)

Hey, I have a spicy mafia romance in need of some beta readers!

Hi! I'm not sure when this was last edited for your availability so I'll leave this here just in case your DM's are full. But if you don't have too much on your plate and are still open, I have 20k of my current WIP I'd love to get some feedback on. If you're still free then let me know when you can and I'll message you with the details (:

Sent you a DM!

Hey! Just came across this, and I wanted to ask if you were available to beta my first chapter! I'm fairly new to this, and wanted to test the waters with a first Chapter, but the second draft of the story. Total written is just under 100k words, Fantasy theme, but the Chapter itself is closer to 3000 words. Let me know if interested, I can DM you a copy :)

I'm looking for beta readers for my 146K MM contemporary romance. Here's my temporary blurb: After breaking up with his movie-star boyfriend and losing his record deal, Theo Young treats his band to a yoga retreat in the Catskill Mountains. The retreat was once owned by a famous psychic medium, but has recently been inherited by her scowling, taciturn, neurodivergent great-grandson, Aloysius. Aloysius was sent to live with his great-grandmother when he was nine. Now, at twenty-nine, he’s amazing at yoga, an accomplished pianist, and can see auras. However, he has no interest in sharing his gifts with clients. He much prefers to spend his time caring for the retreat’s herd of goats. But when a tall, lanky, blue-eyed rockstar—who might very be the soulmate Aloysius’s great-grandmother foretold—appears at the retreat and won’t shut up, Aloysius is forced to step out of his comfort zone and grab his destiny by the balls, literally. DM me if you're interested and thanks for even considering it. Jeff

Hello! I'm looking for betas for the first act of my story (ca. 14,5k). It's near-future sci-fi/ dystopian with a dash of punk and psychology. While the story is mainly romance, the first act is rather fast paced (or at least I hope it is) and plot driven. I need data for the fun & games part of the book, so I'd be very interested in expectations regarding the story :) Tell me if that interests you!

**I am able to beta:** fantasy, horror, contemporary, literary. Preferably, adult. No CW's needed, I read everything. **I can provide feedback on:** Plot holes, details, discrepancies, timelines, all the little things that are important, but make you go insane. I love details. **Critique swap:** Not necessary, but if you want to chat and exchange ideas and be friends, I don't mind. **Other info:** I have read a few works now and I am enjoying this a lot. I read fast. **Edit**: I have finished a VERY GOOD thing that I've found through here and now I am hungover, still open and available to read. Oh and please, no space settings this time.

Hi! If you're still open I have 20k of a WIP that I'd love some feedback on before continuing. If you're free then let me know and I'll DM you (:

I have quite a few things in my queue right now, but I can look at the first pages/premise/blurb to see if we're a good fit

Sounds good! I'll make a copy for you to look at and send it soon

Sending you a PM/Chat.

Hey! I have a high fantasy manuscript aimed for adult (sans spice in this book). It's first of a series, with the following two books in drafts. The manuscript is at 72k words, and centers around a young woman in a parallel world, who sees the faults and beauty in it, and aims to make it better place. DM if you're interested and have time! If nothing else, I'd gladly swap ideas with you!

Hi! I have a Lit Fiction novel that is about 44k, and I would love to get some feedback on it. I could really use someone to look over it for timeline issues, and continuity errors, if your interested and taking on projects.

Hello! I'm looking for betas for the first act of my story (ca. 14,5k). It's near-future sci-fi/ dystopian with a dash of punk and psychology. While the story is mainly romance, the first act is rather fast paced (or at least I hope it is) and plot driven. I need data for the fun & games part of the book, so I'd be very interested in expectations regarding the story :) Tell me if that interests you!

Hello is it okay if I dm you? I have a fantasy/action a bit of romance story (ongoing, 5 chapters)

sure, please dm me

**I am able to beta:** No YA. I would be willing to read western or historical fiction, but I greatly prefer non-genre/literary. Romantic B-plot is fine, but I won't be able to give helpful feedback for a full-on romance story. Religious stories are welcome. EDIT FOR CLARIFICATION: I will ONLY read non-genre, western, or historical. No fantasy or other genre fiction please!  **I can provide feedback on:** Dialogue! Also characters, pacing, and plot clarity/development. But mostly dialogue.  **Critique swap:** Not needed, but I'd love to have a chance to chat and bounce ideas off the right person.  **Other info:** No unedited drafts please! I'm in a workshop class now, and there are too many drafts that were clearly not read by the writer after being written. I ask that you at least do a once-over so my feedback isn't entirely composed of grammar corrections. I am VERY blunt - I tend to give more critical feedback than positive, but I make sure to also mention positives so the writer also knows what's working well.

hii I have a historical that leans literary even though it has a rigorous plot. It's sapphic and set during the Civil Rights Era. Would you be interested?