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I will beta read and critique your childrens book
Gig Summary
Indie author helping other indies publish their stories
All my life I've been an avid reader. Through the years, I've found a love of fantasy, romance, and sci-fi.
I've been working with indie authors for 8+ years, critiquing around 500 manuscripts. I'm a...
Level 2
Has met high performance criteria and has a proven track record for meeting client expectations.
About this Gig
**Please message me before booking to confirm availability!**
Have you finished your children's story and wondered what an actual reader will think?
I'm here to give you an honest, thoughtful reader's perspective, with plenty of encouragement along the way. I've been beta reading and critiquing fiction for 8+ years and have completed nearly 500 beta reads.
I'll read your manuscript and provide:
- Detailed in-line comments throughout
- A comprehensive reader report
- Feedback on plot, characters, pacing, conflict, and more
- Notes on confusion, inconsistencies, and areas that may need attention
- What is working well, not just what isn't
I'm known for my "compliment sandwich" approach. I know how vulnerable it can feel to hand your story to a stranger, so my goal isn't to tear it apart. It's to help you see what's working and where your story could become stronger.
I don't believe in simply saying "I liked it" or "the middle was slow." I want you to understand why I reacted the way I did.
**Fiction service only. I'm not currently offering beta reads for nonfiction or samples.**
For larger manuscripts, please message me for a custom offer.
Genre:
Children’s books
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.
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FAQ
What does a beta read cover?
This will mostly depend on what your story needs as I read, but in general, a beta read with me consists of focusing on: Pacing, plot, character development, worldbuilding, typos, grammar, and prose. In the requirements, I always ask what you'd like me to focus on.
What if I have follow up questions?
I always welcome follow-up questions! However, if you have them, I'd appreciate it if you'd ask them within the gig chat since I do not typically offer revisions.
What file types do you accept?
I currently accept manuscripts as doc, docx, pdf, and google doc files. If you wish to send me a google doc, please talk to me about this before booking so I can walk you through the process of sharing it.
Do you use AI for your beta reads?
No. I do beta reading because I love storytelling. So, I do absolutely everything from scratch. I don't use AI to beta read or to write the reader report.
Reviews
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L liaupton4
United States
Ongoing collaborationTessy was a fantastic communicator. I really appreciate the thorough and detailed feedback. Very helpful and professional. This is not my first gig with Tessy, and I plan to reach out again in the future!
$50
Price
7 days
Duration
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Helpful?P poetrywithmre
United States
Tessy was a tremendous help in providing detailed suggestions on how to improve my manuscript in its final stage. She honed in on exactly the areas I needed, and went above and beyond with commentary and feedback. I look forward to working with her again for my next book!
$50
Price
10 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?K kirstenpote
South Africa
I was really impressed with the feedback Tessy provided. I felt that she really understood my book, without needing to over-explain it, and she provided detailed and thorough feedback, which I believe will be very helpful going forward. Thank you for your hard work.
$50
Price
11 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?N nhlifepro
United States
Ongoing collaborationThis is my second time working with this provider, and once again, she delivered exceptional insights as a beta reader for my upcoming Children's Book! Her feedback was incredibly thoughtful, constructive, and detailed, helping me refine the story even further. She truly understood the heart of the book...
$50
Price
8 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?N nhlifepro
United States
Ongoing collaborationWorking with Tessy as a beta reader for my children's storybook was an absolutely fantastic experience! From the start, Tessy demonstrated a deep understanding of storytelling and a keen eye for detail. She provided thoughtful feedback that helped elevate my manuscript, offering insightful suggestions...
$50
Price
8 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?
Reviews
39 reviews for this Gig
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| (1) | ||
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Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
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Most relevant
L liaupton4
United States
Ongoing collaborationTessy was a fantastic communicator. I really appreciate the thorough and detailed feedback. Very helpful and professional. This is not my first gig with Tessy, and I plan to reach out again in the future!
$50
Price
7 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?P poetrywithmre
United States
Tessy was a tremendous help in providing detailed suggestions on how to improve my manuscript in its final stage. She honed in on exactly the areas I needed, and went above and beyond with commentary and feedback. I look forward to working with her again for my next book!
$50
Price
10 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?K kirstenpote
South Africa
I was really impressed with the feedback Tessy provided. I felt that she really understood my book, without needing to over-explain it, and she provided detailed and thorough feedback, which I believe will be very helpful going forward. Thank you for your hard work.
$50
Price
11 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?N nhlifepro
United States
Ongoing collaborationThis is my second time working with this provider, and once again, she delivered exceptional insights as a beta reader for my upcoming Children's Book! Her feedback was incredibly thoughtful, constructive, and detailed, helping me refine the story even further. She truly understood the heart of the book...
$50
Price
8 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?N nhlifepro
United States
Ongoing collaborationWorking with Tessy as a beta reader for my children's storybook was an absolutely fantastic experience! From the start, Tessy demonstrated a deep understanding of storytelling and a keen eye for detail. She provided thoughtful feedback that helped elevate my manuscript, offering insightful suggestions...
$50
Price
8 days
Duration
L Seller's Response
Helpful?
