You know the journey of bringing fiction to life: Inspiration, first draft, revisions, and moments of doubt. You understand the value of getting honest and constructive feedback.

As a fiction writer who’s had my own work critiqued, I’m familiar with this process and its accompanying emotions.

I’ll keep in mind any specific requests you have about reading your fiction, whether it’s a focus on characters, chapter order, or something else.

Here’s what you get with me as your beta reader:

Story Evaluation
From plot development, to pacing, character arcs, and world-building, you’ll know what worked for me and what left me puzzled.

Consistency Checks
Inconsistencies can disrupt your book and potentially confuse readers. Whether it’s fluctuating character traits, unresolved plot threads, or contradictory setting details, I’ll spot these instances and suggest solutions to maintain your story’s flow.

It’s Like That Part From That Thing…
I’ve read over 150 novels across multiple genres and watched (this is not a point of pride) well over 1,000 movies. This puts me in a good position to spot ideas that have been overused, so they can be removed or done in a fresh way.

Confusion Detector
As writers, we sometimes know our story so well that we forget the reader might not understand what seems obvious to us. If there are areas in your work that could benefit from increased clarity, I’ll point these out.

I won’t stop at a list of corrections and suggestions. I’ll share how your story hit me, giving you an honest reaction that could be akin to a future reader’s response.

Constructive criticism is an important part of every writer’s journey. I’ve been in your shoes, and it’s my goal to give you the same level of thoughtful, respectful feedback I would want for my own writing. Together we can take your fiction to the next level.