I will beta read and edit your children, middle grade or ya novel

4.8
4.8

United States

I speak English

6 orders completed

Expert In Beta Reading

Hi, I’m Jake Brian, a professional beta reader trained at Ohio Wesleyan University in literacy and reading studies. I deliver clear, honest, and reader-focused feedback for authors across all genres. ...

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About this Gig

Hi there Author, need honest, insightful feedback on your children's book, middle-grade novel, or young adult story? I provide detailed beta reading tailored to your target age group, from picture books to teen adventures.


With a strong understanding of story structure, character development, pacing, and emotional resonance, I will deliver clear, constructive notes to help polish your manuscript.


Whether you're self-publishing or preparing for submission, I'll evaluate readability, engagement, age-appropriateness, dialogue, and plot flow. For children's books, I can also read with real young readers for authentic reactions. You'll receive chapter-by-chapter impressions, a summary of strengths and areas for improvement, and helpful editing suggestions.


Message me today and get started working with an expert in the field

Genre:

Children’s books

Language:

English

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Reviews

5 reviews for this Gig
4.8

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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    4.8
  • Value of delivery
    4.6
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    aguirrelv

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    This beta read was just what I was looking for, and very thorough. I went into this request already having beta readers and numerous iterations of the manuscript, but I knew there were still a few things to fix in the story that I couldn't see myself. He saw the strengths and also found those exact places...

    $50-$100

    Price

    7 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • R

    ron2020555

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    Jake did such an excellent job as a beta reader that I engaged him a second time to help me research and tighten up real-world references in my manuscript. Just as with his beta read, he went above and beyond and showed what a consummate professional he is. He delivered on time, and did a great job helping...

    $50

    Price

    1 day

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • R

    ron2020555

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    Jake is a fantastic beta reader who delivered on time, and with excellent insight. He perfectly accommodated my request--I wanted to get a sense of whether or not my first three chapters are on point, if they might prove engaging to my target audience, and if there are any red flags. He provided excellent...

    $50

    Price

    3 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A

    aguirrelv

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    Very helpful and useful beta review, just what I was looking for!

    $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • W

    wordpamela1

    GB

    United Kingdom

    Ongoing collaboration
    4

    Jake's communication is second to none. He is truly proactive and eloquent.

    $50

    Price

    10 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
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Reviews

5 reviews for this Gig
4.8

(4)
(1)
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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    4.8
  • Value of delivery
    4.6
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Most relevant
  • A

    aguirrelv

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    This beta read was just what I was looking for, and very thorough. I went into this request already having beta readers and numerous iterations of the manuscript, but I knew there were still a few things to fix in the story that I couldn't see myself. He saw the strengths and also found those exact places...

    $50-$100

    Price

    7 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • R

    ron2020555

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    Jake did such an excellent job as a beta reader that I engaged him a second time to help me research and tighten up real-world references in my manuscript. Just as with his beta read, he went above and beyond and showed what a consummate professional he is. He delivered on time, and did a great job helping...

    $50

    Price

    1 day

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • R

    ron2020555

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    Jake is a fantastic beta reader who delivered on time, and with excellent insight. He perfectly accommodated my request--I wanted to get a sense of whether or not my first three chapters are on point, if they might prove engaging to my target audience, and if there are any red flags. He provided excellent...

    $50

    Price

    3 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A

    aguirrelv

    US

    United States

    Ongoing collaboration
    5

    Very helpful and useful beta review, just what I was looking for!

    $50

    Price

    4 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • W

    wordpamela1

    GB

    United Kingdom

    Ongoing collaboration
    4

    Jake's communication is second to none. He is truly proactive and eloquent.

    $50

    Price

    10 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No