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I will beta read, critique, and provide feedback on your writing
Gig Summary
Professional writer, editor, researcher
I'm a writer, editor, reviewer, and researcher with a PhD in literature, with a specialty in narratology. I've been working as a professional writer for a research institute for 18 years. I have exper...
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What people loved about this freelancer
rocketw
United States
In a world full of fakes, Danny’s authenticity stands out immediately and I have deep respect for that. Listening to him was a treat. Working with Danny is...
lucasstoffel78
United States
I was so happy to work with Danny. I was excited about it from the start—I contacted him to say, “I’m using an unconventional structure; are you open to reading...
peter2484
United States
Top work, as always. Danny’s erudition and logic shines through like a breath of fresh air in a world increasingly bereft of those things. He often shares little...
mmbotrck
United States
One of the most thoughtful, honest, and high-level beta reads I’ve received. Danny delivered exactly what I was looking for—and more. His feedback was detailed,...
strangelight2
United States
Danny is hands down the best beta reader I've ever worked with. His feedback was very helpful because it addressed key elements of my work that no one else...
About this Gig
*Please ask for quotes on longer texts.*
Looking for objective feedback on your writing? Uncertain about how well your story hangs together, or whether your characters are engaging and plausible? Send your work to me for feedback!
I will beta read your book, short story, or article and provide a detailed, constructive critique. My feedback will include commentary and analyses on structure, voice, reader engagement, language use, and anything else I find that may help you develop your work to its potential. If necessary, I'll provide a sample edit for spelling, grammar, or writing technique.
I have extensive qualifications both in fiction and non-fiction. I have a PhD in literature, my specialty being narratology - the study of narrative structure. I also have 18 years of experience working as a professional writer and editor for a policy research institute. Consequently I know what makes a text tick. Providing honest, unflinching analysis and feedback is part of my training and experience. Let me share this expertise with you, and help you reach your writing goals.
Language:
English
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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
Did you contact me on Discord?
No. Unfortunately, someone has started impersonating me on Discord and has been contacting people who have left me reviews. I only contact clients through Fiverr. If anyone claiming to be me has reached out to you on Discord or other platforms, please report them.
Do you use AI in your analyses or writeups?
No. I do not use AI in any aspect of my work.
What does your beta read service include?
I will read and analyze your text and provide a separate editorial report with four sections: an overall summary assessment and detailed assessments of structure, style, and language. Reports typically average approximately 1000 words for full-length novels.
Do you mark up the document as you go?
No. Inline commentary is part of a different service, Developmental Editing, which I offer at https://www.fiverr.com/decillis/provide-substantive-developmental-editing.
What genres do you read?
I am highly flexible and read nearly all genres, fiction and non-fiction, all the way from children's books through YA and adult fiction.
Is there a limit to how long my book can be?
Due to my scheduling limitations, at present, I am generally only accepting beta reads for texts which are under 100,000 words. I have worked on longer texts in the past and may again at some point.
Are you willing to read part of a book?
Yes. I am happy to read whatever portion of a book you wish to share.
Do you do Amazon reviews?
No, I do not do Amazon reviews, either as part of or after a beta reading job. Sorry.
Do you hire people to read books?
No. I perform all analyses myself. I do not subcontract anything.
Can I pay extra for faster delivery?
Sometimes. I accept rush orders if my workload permits it; rush fees will depend on how quickly you need the work and how busy my schedule already is. This is typically only possible for shorter works.
Reviews
2,041 reviews for this Gig
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D denizhankaplan
Turkey
Ongoing collaborationThis is my second time working with Danny, and once again he saw my manuscript from angles I couldn’t see myself—sometimes understanding what I was trying to do even better than I could articulate it. His feedback is thoughtful, precise, and genuinely insightful. If you want to see a real pro at work,...
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?1 person found this review helpful.M matt2550
United States
The report I received was thorough and not without plenty of thought backed with experience and down to earth common sense. Danny did a fantastic job of finding the areas that needed more attention and the areas that were strong and should stay. In other words, his review will help me get my last revision done and take the book one step higher in quality.
$200-$400
Price
5 weeks
Duration
Helpful?F fem1dan
United States
Ongoing collaborationThis is Danny’s second reading of this story. Though it was months apart, he noted differences and improvements and how they worked better this time around. His report showed a deep understanding of what I wrote and gave me ‘closure’ on it.
$200-$400
Price
4 weeks
Duration
Helpful?K kaypro1221
United States
Bottom line, Danny is a great beta reader and I was lucky to have the chance for him to read my first arc. Nothing seems to slip by him and he notes strengths and weaknesses with a literary eye. It so fortunate to have a PHD level analysis on my writing and I hope to be lucky enough for him to continue on with my second arc.
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?R 
rustamshirinov
Canada
5/5. I'd ordered several beta reads for my novel before this one, and this was the only report that changed how I see the book. What set it apart: - He read the whole manuscript closely. The report cites small moments no other reader mentioned, and he caught a continuity error I'd missed, with the page...
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
Reviews
2,041 reviews for this Gig
| (1,935) | ||
| (93) | ||
| (9) | ||
| (2) | ||
| (2) |
Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
Sort By
Most relevant
D denizhankaplan
Turkey
Ongoing collaborationThis is my second time working with Danny, and once again he saw my manuscript from angles I couldn’t see myself—sometimes understanding what I was trying to do even better than I could articulate it. His feedback is thoughtful, precise, and genuinely insightful. If you want to see a real pro at work,...
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?1 person found this review helpful.M matt2550
United States
The report I received was thorough and not without plenty of thought backed with experience and down to earth common sense. Danny did a fantastic job of finding the areas that needed more attention and the areas that were strong and should stay. In other words, his review will help me get my last revision done and take the book one step higher in quality.
$200-$400
Price
5 weeks
Duration
Helpful?F fem1dan
United States
Ongoing collaborationThis is Danny’s second reading of this story. Though it was months apart, he noted differences and improvements and how they worked better this time around. His report showed a deep understanding of what I wrote and gave me ‘closure’ on it.
$200-$400
Price
4 weeks
Duration
Helpful?K kaypro1221
United States
Bottom line, Danny is a great beta reader and I was lucky to have the chance for him to read my first arc. Nothing seems to slip by him and he notes strengths and weaknesses with a literary eye. It so fortunate to have a PHD level analysis on my writing and I hope to be lucky enough for him to continue on with my second arc.
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?R rustamshirinov
Canada
5/5. I'd ordered several beta reads for my novel before this one, and this was the only report that changed how I see the book. What set it apart: - He read the whole manuscript closely. The report cites small moments no other reader mentioned, and he caught a continuity error I'd missed, with the page...
$100-$200
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
