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I will beta read and critique your fantasy manuscript
Hi there! My name is Debbie. I'm from Australia. I'm a passionate reader, writer, and self-published author who lives and breathes the written word. Over the last ten years, I have devoted myself to l...
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Deborah June has an exceptional number of repeat buyers
Level 2
Has met high performance criteria and has a proven track record for meeting client expectations.
What people loved about this freelancer
leosvilla
United States
Deborah’s beta reading report and inline comments gave me a fresh perspective, providing the clarity I needed to improve several vital chapters of my book....
nikkib89
United States
I cannot recommend Deborah enough! I will 100% be back for my next book. I bought her premium package, and it is more than worth the price. Her commentary...
sberenberg
United States
Another successful Beta Edit project. Deborah is exceptional at identifying opportunities to improve and tighten up my writing. She provides great feedback,...
stefanb246
United States
I had a very good experience with Deborah. She provided some insightful comments about some repetitive descriptions and world-building that were bogging down...
fightingwater
United States
Quick turn around time and very professional. I like the method of giving reactions as it is read and notes after the fact. Very helpful. It was a nice experience.
About this Gig
I will provide clear, honest feedback for your fiction manuscript.
*Please message me before placing your order to confirm availability.
For this gig, I require:
- Your manuscript as a Word doc/docx.
I offer three beta packages depending on the depth of feedback you're looking for:
Basic Reader Reaction Beta (up to 10K words)
Engaged reader impressions and emotional reactions. This package focuses on how the story feels to read, including moments of confusion or plot holes. Limited margin comments and actionable insights.
Standard Story-Level Beta + Report (up to 40K words)
Selective margin comments plus a feedback report covering plot, pacing, characters, and key revision priorities. Includes actionable suggestions.
Premium In-Depth Beta + Full Report (up to 100K words)
Full margin comments and a comprehensive feedback report analysing story structure, character arcs, world-building, and emotional impact. Includes actionable suggestions.
*Each package includes a maximum word count.
Please add extra words before ordering if needed.
If your manuscript greatly exceeds my max word count of 100K, please contact me for a custom offer.
I look forward to working with you!
Language:
English
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
FAQ
What subgenres of fantasy do you work with?
I read all subgenres of fantasy fiction.
Can I ask specific questions about my manuscript?
Basic package: 1 area of concern/interest or question. Standard package: Up to 2 questions. Premium package: Up to 4 questions. Questions must be provided before reading begins and will be addressed within the feedback or report.
Do you provide line edits, corrections, or rewrites?
No. This gig is strictly a beta reading service. I do not provide line editing, proofreading, copyediting, or rewriting in any package.
What if my manuscript exceeds the word count limit?
Each package includes a maximum word count. If your manuscript exceeds the listed limit, please add the appropriate extra word count before ordering. If your manuscript greatly exceeds 100K (140K+), please contact me before ordering.
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L leosvilla
Repeat Client
United States
Deborah’s beta reading report and inline comments gave me a fresh perspective, providing the clarity I needed to improve several vital chapters of my book. I am eternally grateful for her help and insightful notes. I highly recommend Deborah—she is the real deal. Thank you so much! : )
Up to $50
Price
2 days
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nikkib89
United States
I cannot recommend Deborah enough! I will 100% be back for my next book. I bought her premium package, and it is more than worth the price. Her commentary that she left in 'real time' tells me what my readers will think, and she caught several things that I missed. But the best part is how deeply...
$100-$200
Price
13 days
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?S sberenberg
Repeat Client
United States
Another successful Beta Edit project. Deborah is exceptional at identifying opportunities to improve and tighten up my writing. She provides great feedback, and even if there are no suggestions, she shows she is following along and gets it. I consider Deborah part of my creative team. I plan on including her Beta Editing for all my upcoming fantasy novels.
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?S stefanb246
United States
I had a very good experience with Deborah. She provided some insightful comments about some repetitive descriptions and world-building that were bogging down my first few chapters, inspiring me to make some changes to improve the pacing, and also identified a potential area of improvement that wasn't...
$200-$400
Price
2 weeks
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?F fightingwater
United States
Quick turn around time and very professional. I like the method of giving reactions as it is read and notes after the fact. Very helpful. It was a nice experience.
Up to $50
Price
5 days
Duration
Helpful?
Reviews
146 reviews for this Gig
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| (3) | ||
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Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
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Most relevant
L leosvilla
Repeat Client
United States
Deborah’s beta reading report and inline comments gave me a fresh perspective, providing the clarity I needed to improve several vital chapters of my book. I am eternally grateful for her help and insightful notes. I highly recommend Deborah—she is the real deal. Thank you so much! : )
Up to $50
Price
2 days
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?N nikkib89
United States
I cannot recommend Deborah enough! I will 100% be back for my next book. I bought her premium package, and it is more than worth the price. Her commentary that she left in 'real time' tells me what my readers will think, and she caught several things that I missed. But the best part is how deeply...
$100-$200
Price
13 days
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?S sberenberg
Repeat Client
United States
Another successful Beta Edit project. Deborah is exceptional at identifying opportunities to improve and tighten up my writing. She provides great feedback, and even if there are no suggestions, she shows she is following along and gets it. I consider Deborah part of my creative team. I plan on including her Beta Editing for all my upcoming fantasy novels.
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?S stefanb246
United States
I had a very good experience with Deborah. She provided some insightful comments about some repetitive descriptions and world-building that were bogging down my first few chapters, inspiring me to make some changes to improve the pacing, and also identified a potential area of improvement that wasn't...
$200-$400
Price
2 weeks
Duration
D Seller's Response
Helpful?F fightingwater
United States
Quick turn around time and very professional. I like the method of giving reactions as it is read and notes after the fact. Very helpful. It was a nice experience.
Up to $50
Price
5 days
Duration
Helpful?
