I will beta read your manuscript

4.9
4.9

United States

I speak English

158 orders completed

Gig Summary

memesforwriters

Hi! I'm Patrick Nilan, a sci-fi writer, avid reader, and the founder and manager of one of the largest writing meme accounts on Instagram. When I'm not working on my own book, I'm passionate about ins...

Level 2

Has met high performance criteria and has a proven track record for meeting client expectations.

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About this Gig

As a writer I understand just how difficult it can be to find timely, honest feedback on your writing. As an experienced sci-fi and fantasy reader I can help identify strengths and issues in your manuscript from the point of view of a typical reader.


What my Beta Reading service provides:


I will read your manuscript and provide honest feedback in a timely fashion. My goal is to help you understand what a reader would think of your manuscript to help you improve your writing. As a writer it is impossible to be completely objective with your own work, which is where I come in with my fresh set of eyes!


Included in my Reader Report:

  • Overall Thoughts
  • Plot and Pacing
  • Characters
  • Worldbuilding
  • Dialogue
  • Strengths and Weaknesses
  • Answering Your Specific Questions


All I require for this gig is your manuscript is ready to be read by a reader in word doc, google doc, or pdf format. Don't worry too much about grammar or spelling errors, my focus is on the full picture of your story!


I mostly read sci-fi and fantasy, although I do read a wide variety of short stories. If your story is another genre reach out before ordering.


Please reach out with any questions or specific request!

Genre:

Humor/ entertainment

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Science

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Fantasy

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Technology

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.

Reviews

120 reviews for this Gig
4.9

(116)
(3)
(1)
(0)
(0)
Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    4.9
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
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    keithskaggs

    US

    United States

    5

    I asked for a review of my zine work. That is what I received. When requesting a review it is important as a buyer to accept that there will be some negative responses. That is very realistic when giving 15 titles the way I did. I had a discussion with the seller after the delivery and he was able...

    $50

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A

    amkainauthor013

    ZA

    South Africa

    4.7

    Patrick is an excellent beta reader. The feedback was thoughtful, honest, and very useful, with clear insight into character arcs, pacing, worldbuilding, and emotional impact. The report highlighted both what was working well and where the manuscript could be strengthened, without being overly negative...

    $200-$400

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
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    No
  • K

    kaypro1221

    US

    United States

    3.7

    Honest assessment of my current writing level. I suppose that is what is most valued from an honest beta reader. If a story is not working, you expect them to tell you.

    $100-$200

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • C
    image-docs

    chocolatedud222

    US

    United States

    5

    Patrick is, what I would say, the perfect beta reader. The line comments in the manuscript were a joy to read, and his report was insightful. It really pointed out discrepancies in the story that I didn't catch. It has been a pleasure, and I will be paying for this service again

    $50-$100

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • P
    image-docs

    petpack

    KW

    Kuwait

    5

    Patrick's comments and feedback are extremely informative and well worth the money

    $100-$200

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
Reviews

120 reviews for this Gig
4.9

(116)
(3)
(1)
(0)
(0)
Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    4.9
  • Quality of delivery
    5
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
Sort By
Most relevant
  • K
    image-docs

    keithskaggs

    US

    United States

    5

    I asked for a review of my zine work. That is what I received. When requesting a review it is important as a buyer to accept that there will be some negative responses. That is very realistic when giving 15 titles the way I did. I had a discussion with the seller after the delivery and he was able...

    $50

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A

    amkainauthor013

    ZA

    South Africa

    4.7

    Patrick is an excellent beta reader. The feedback was thoughtful, honest, and very useful, with clear insight into character arcs, pacing, worldbuilding, and emotional impact. The report highlighted both what was working well and where the manuscript could be strengthened, without being overly negative...

    $200-$400

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • K

    kaypro1221

    US

    United States

    3.7

    Honest assessment of my current writing level. I suppose that is what is most valued from an honest beta reader. If a story is not working, you expect them to tell you.

    $100-$200

    Price

    2 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • C
    image-docs

    chocolatedud222

    US

    United States

    5

    Patrick is, what I would say, the perfect beta reader. The line comments in the manuscript were a joy to read, and his report was insightful. It really pointed out discrepancies in the story that I didn't catch. It has been a pleasure, and I will be paying for this service again

    $50-$100

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • P
    image-docs

    petpack

    KW

    Kuwait

    5

    Patrick's comments and feedback are extremely informative and well worth the money

    $100-$200

    Price

    3 weeks

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No