I will beta read your book manuscript

I have a BA in French and journalism, an MA in publishing and creative writing, and I’m a contract editor for a major U.S. proofreading service. I am also a life-long book lover!

Beta reading is reader-focused feedback on pacing, plot, structure, characters, dialogue, clarity, tone, and impact. No editing is involved.

I specialize in fantasy, sci-fi, romance, romantasy, horror, thriller, YA, and self-help nonfiction, but I am happy to work with any genre.

You will receive in-line comments (as needed), a detailed Reader Report (peaks/valleys + next steps), and the Book Blueprint with a tailored style guide.

I may flag recurring issues or distracting errors, but this service focuses on big-picture feedback.

Yes. Upload the latest manuscript. If you want feedback on the published version, include a PDF or sales link.

AI-assisted work is welcome if its use is clearly disclosed on the copyright page. I do not edit fully AI-generated manuscripts. Per U.S. copyright law, work must reflect the author’s voice and include significant human creative input before editing begins.

Yes. I’m comfortable beta-reading explicit material, including steamy romance and darker themes. If you have hard limits or specific triggers you want flagged, please tell me up front.

My process is completely confidential. I won’t share or reuse your content (NDA available on request).

I will need the manuscript file (preferably in standard manuscript format), word count, genre, and any focus areas or content warnings. These will all be indicated in the requirements once the order is placed.