Sentences with phrase «as a beta reader»

I'll link to it in my post this Sunday on why you shouldn't use agents or customer reviewers as your beta readers, as some misguided newbies do.

As a beta reader myself, I often check Goodreads for any budding novels that might catch my eyes

When we first start out, we don't know what we're doing — as an author or as a beta reader.

I wasn't always a good (much less great) beta reader, but one activity that really helped me grow as a beta reader (and now an editor) was beta reading outside my genre.

However, I will say that sometimes people can improve as beta readers over time.

My author friends, volunteered as beta readers and editors and, for one book, a cover designer.

It varies, but often includes free books, swag, inside information about the author's new projects, and a chance to influence their direction (e.g. as a beta reader).

I've used several friends as beta readers and returned the favor by reading their work.

But she also doesn't want authors to think that having anyone as a beta reader or critique partner is good enough.

And yes, we absolutely shouldn't be using agents or customers as beta readers.

How about connecting local authors with library patrons who want to volunteer as beta readers or proof - readers?

As a beta reader myself, I've noticed that it's very easy to deliver a beta read that looks like a «laundry list of problems.»

These days there are more and more people offering their services as beta readers for pay.

I would love to be on your Review Team as a BETA reader.

And friends, whether as beta readers or subject experts, are invaluable!

Or who pose as a beta reader, tell the aspiring authors that their manuscript has serious flaws that can be corrected (for a fee).

She has them act as beta readers, she asks them for ideas, she wants their input on plot problems.

Depending on our situation, we might be able to find others to help us, such as beta readers, family, or friends.

Some writers turn to other writers to act as beta readers.

It's one reason I don't use other authors as beta readers, which I discuss in my book.

by Jami Gold: In this post, Jami goes into detail what a beta reader does and some ways we can find them, including offering ourselves as beta readers.

(These are the editors who look at similar big - picture issues as beta readers.)

You are not much use as a beta reader if all you want to do is pass on compliments; that's your mother's job.

I'm always looking for readers and other authors to serve as my beta readers and to offer my services in return.

Or you can send out your manuscript between drafts to a number of people you connect with as beta readers, who are willing to read your book and offer feedback at whatever level you might find useful — from catching typos, to telling you the character with the Southern accent just ain't cuttin» it.

In the end, an alpha reader is basically the same as a beta reader, only s / he reads the book even earlier in the creation process and usually in an informal context.

I should mention how much I, as a beta reader, enjoy reading!

Other writers and trusted colleagues can serve as beta readers and give suggestions for improving a manuscript.

Right now, I have a trio of ladies as my beta readers, and while I don't want to throw down the gauntlet of gender inequality, I'd like another man's perspective from time to time.

But quality is still very important: a good translator is a must, a foreign language editor essential, and a proof reader as well as beta readers (if you don't speak the language yourself) important.

How about connecting local authors with library patrons who'd like to serve as beta readers or proof - readers?

When I serve as a beta reader for other people, I find it helpful when the author gives me a list of questions to direct my reading.

I always include a couple of my students as Beta readers.

I won't be hesitating to use Holly with my next manuscript — both as a beta reader and as an editor, and would absolutely recommend any authors take advantage of her many editorial talents.»

Wondering what your thoughts are about using Scribophile or Critique Circle or others as beta readers?

Though I don't usually read non-fiction I am (obviously) obsessed with all things travel and so was ecstatic to be chosen as a beta reader for «The Carry - On Traveller: The Ultimate Guide to Packing Light» by Erin McNeaney (of Never Ending Voyage).

Not exact matches

Most beta - readers are equally as qualified to proof and edit a book as anyone with an «editor» title.

Perfect timing for me as I've just received feedback from Beta readers... some were more detailed and others general.

As I mentioned in my How Do We Find Beta Readers post (that I also linked to above), we can sometimes model for others the type of feedback we'd like to receive and hope that «teaches» them that, yes, there is a way to give constructive criticism and still be «nice.»

For non-fiction, I use beta readers to ensure I have covered all the necessary topics in the book as well as any issues with jargon or over-complication.

The guest post built off several articles I've shared here on my blog, such as my suggestions of how to find beta readers and my advice about being a good beta reader -LSB-...]

So as you all may know, I finished the draft of American Rebirth, edited it once, and gave it to my Beta readers.

It won't do any good to track down beta readers if we're going to ignore everything they say or if we're going to get upset that they didn't love our work as is.

In the same way, you can use feedback from beta readers (reviews, comments, traffic) as part of a proposal for a book deal or a freelancing job in the future.

I am currently looking into some paid beta readers for my first novel however I not looking to send the completed draft as you suggested.

Think of a beta reader as your chance to test drive your book.

As I've mentioned before, if our beta readers provide feedback on the Option # 1 bullet items listed in this post, they're probably thorough enough.

If you have several beta readers, as well as giving them plenty of time to read your novel — they're probably doing it for free — you'll want to allow time for asking them questions and perhaps even redrafting bits of material for them to look over again.

As I mentioned in that older post, if someone can give honest feedback, they can be a beta reader.

As she said in big shouty caps, the number one rule for beta reading relationships is to show appreciation for a reader's time and effort.