I will provide a nuanced sensitivity read for your novel or short story

5.0
5.0

United States

I speak English, Spanish

9 orders completed

You're in good hands with support focused on your strengths and story!

Sharing your story is an act of courage — and I'm Team You all the way. Your story matters, and my goal is to help it shine. I’m an indie author and editor offering thoughtful, strengths-based feedba...
About this Gig

Authentic, strengths-based feedback from a sensitivity reader who values inclusion, respect, and heart.


Holiday Update:

Now accepting limited bookings for December and January! If you'd like your manuscript reviewed over the break, grab a spot early--turnaround times fill fast.


Sharing your story is an act of courage--and I'm Team You all the way.


If you're seeking authenticity and inclusive representation, I offer a thoughtful, strengths-based sensitivity read tailored to your goals.


You'll receive:

  • Supportive feedback that highlights what's working
  • Honest, nuanced impressions from lived experience
  • Kind, specific suggestions to guide revision


About me: I bring real-world experience as a Black/African-American woman, breast cancer survivor, parent of LGBTQ and neurodivergent teens, and mental health advocate. I understand how much care representation requires--and how powerful it can be when done well.


Genres: Contemporary, thriller, romance, fantasy, sci-fi, YA, memoirs, and more.

(All spice levels welcome. Hard limit: no descriptive sexual assault or abuse.)


Please note: This is a sensitivity read, not editing or proofreading.


Handled with care and heart.

Genre:

Romance

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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6 reviews for this Gig
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    obligatoryref

    US

    United States

    5

    Nikki gave supportive and valuable comments that both assured me I was on the right track and gave me ideas for how to improve and strengthen what I had. I found her feedback very valuable, and I'll definitely be working with her again!

    Up to $50

    Price

    7 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
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    lisatowles

    US

    United States

    5

    Oh my goodness, I'm incredibly happy with the Sensitivity Read I got from Nikki. She provided in-depth, thoughtful, and helpful feedback with specific references and suggestions for improvements. I appreciate how her final delivery was highly detailed and specific, but also brief. I'm sure the published...

    $50-$100

    Price

    13 days

    Duration

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    emmakateearle

    AU

    Australia

    5

    Nikki was a delight to work with. My feedback is detailed, thoughtful, and exceptionally useful. I am so pleased and will be coming back again for help on my manuscript in the future. Nikki understood Hazel so well and I am sure my book will benefit from her notes greatly!

    Up to $50

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
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    c_f_rose

    US

    United States

    5

    Nikki went above and beyond in her brief, giving me helpful notes and direct, actionable feedback!

    Up to $50

    Price

    11 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
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    susanreader

    US

    United States

    5

    Excellent job. You gave me great detailed feedback and answered all of my questions.

    Up to $50

    Price

    7 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
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Reviews

6 reviews for this Gig
5.0

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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    5
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    5
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Most relevant
  • O

    obligatoryref

    US

    United States

    5

    Nikki gave supportive and valuable comments that both assured me I was on the right track and gave me ideas for how to improve and strengthen what I had. I found her feedback very valuable, and I'll definitely be working with her again!

    Up to $50

    Price

    7 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • L

    lisatowles

    US

    United States

    5

    Oh my goodness, I'm incredibly happy with the Sensitivity Read I got from Nikki. She provided in-depth, thoughtful, and helpful feedback with specific references and suggestions for improvements. I appreciate how her final delivery was highly detailed and specific, but also brief. I'm sure the published...

    $50-$100

    Price

    13 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • E
    image-docs

    emmakateearle

    AU

    Australia

    5

    Nikki was a delight to work with. My feedback is detailed, thoughtful, and exceptionally useful. I am so pleased and will be coming back again for help on my manuscript in the future. Nikki understood Hazel so well and I am sure my book will benefit from her notes greatly!

    Up to $50

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • C
    image-docs

    c_f_rose

    US

    United States

    5

    Nikki went above and beyond in her brief, giving me helpful notes and direct, actionable feedback!

    Up to $50

    Price

    11 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • S
    image-docs

    susanreader

    US

    United States

    5

    Excellent job. You gave me great detailed feedback and answered all of my questions.

    Up to $50

    Price

    7 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No