I will provide beta reading, manuscript feedback, and story development review

4.9
4.9

Nigeria

I speak Yoruba, English

776 orders completed

Beta Reader

I’m Richard, an avid reader, dedicated beta reader, and self-published author. Since 2018, I have helped 500+ authors transform their manuscripts into publishable stories. I provide honest, actionable...

Level 2

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

Highly Responsive

Known for exceptionally quick replies

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About this Gig

My beta reading service is focused on providing honest manuscript feedback, constructive critique, and suggestions. I will make detailed inline comments as I read your story, and deliver a comprehensive book report. You will get clear, actionable 100% human feedback on what works, and what doesn't, so you can make your story very engaging.


Genres I love to beta read:

  • Science Fiction
  • Thriller
  • Military Fiction
  • Fantasy
  • Horror
  • Post-apocalyptic
  • Dystopian
  • Action/Adventure
  • Afrofuturism


My critique will focus on the elements of a story:


  • Character
  • Central conflict
  • Character motivation
  • Characterization
  • Character development and likability
  • Setting
  • Point of view
  • Plot
  • Climax and resolution
  • Whatever stands out, good or bad
  • Suggestions for improvement


As a former soldier, I provide military insights on:

  • Small units tactics
  • Special Forces operations
  • Realistic use of military equipment


If necessary, I will be your sensitivity reader on the African experience.


With a foundation in sociology, I will help ground your story in real-world social dynamics, even in.


Ready to take your story to the next level? Message me for a higher word count or place your order. I'm here to help.

Genre:

Action

Horror/ thriller

Memoir/ biography

Mystery

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

586 reviews for this Gig
4.9

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Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    4.9
  • Quality of delivery
    4.9
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
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    annielettemay

    US

    United States

    5

    Richard is very thorough. This is my first beta read and he was able to explain the process and had patience with me. He cares about the reader experience, explaining how a reader would react to a passage or scene. There is a LOT of great feedback. All very actionable, especially after reading and rereading...

    Up to $50

    Price

    3 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
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    searanger50

    Repeat Client

    GI

    Gibraltar

    5

    I have worked with Richard on other novels and he never fails to provide valuable insights to my work. He is professional, polite and knowledgable. The feed back he provides improves the work and genuinely adds depth and flair to the novels.

    $100-$200

    Price

    9 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • N

    natashamiles95

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    This is my second time working with Richard, and once again, it was a great experience! His feedback is thoughtful, detailed, and incredibly helpful, with clear suggestions that are easy to apply during revisions. He took the time to really engage with my story and provided valuable insight on both big...

    $100-$200

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • E

    elissapena

    US

    United States

    5

    Richard provided a fantastic and honest service. His comments were great to read through and his final report was very helpful. 100% recommend his service, you won't regret it!

    $100-$200

    Price

    13 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A

    alissa_monte

    US

    United States

    5

    Richard is my favorite beta reader I've worked with so far. His feedback is detailed and immediately actionable. He provides an excellent balance of encouragement (noting sections that work and are resonant) while also appropriately identifying issues and areas for improvement. His constructive criticisms...

    $50-$100

    Price

    6 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
Reviews

586 reviews for this Gig
4.9

(567)
(17)
(1)
(0)
(1)
Rating Breakdown
  • Seller communication level
    4.9
  • Quality of delivery
    4.9
  • Value of delivery
    4.9
Sort By
Most relevant
  • A
    image-docs

    annielettemay

    US

    United States

    5

    Richard is very thorough. This is my first beta read and he was able to explain the process and had patience with me. He cares about the reader experience, explaining how a reader would react to a passage or scene. There is a LOT of great feedback. All very actionable, especially after reading and rereading...

    Up to $50

    Price

    3 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • S
    image-docs

    searanger50

    Repeat Client

    GI

    Gibraltar

    5

    I have worked with Richard on other novels and he never fails to provide valuable insights to my work. He is professional, polite and knowledgable. The feed back he provides improves the work and genuinely adds depth and flair to the novels.

    $100-$200

    Price

    9 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • N

    natashamiles95

    Repeat Client

    US

    United States

    5

    This is my second time working with Richard, and once again, it was a great experience! His feedback is thoughtful, detailed, and incredibly helpful, with clear suggestions that are easy to apply during revisions. He took the time to really engage with my story and provided valuable insight on both big...

    $100-$200

    Price

    8 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • E

    elissapena

    US

    United States

    5

    Richard provided a fantastic and honest service. His comments were great to read through and his final report was very helpful. 100% recommend his service, you won't regret it!

    $100-$200

    Price

    13 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No
  • A

    alissa_monte

    US

    United States

    5

    Richard is my favorite beta reader I've worked with so far. His feedback is detailed and immediately actionable. He provides an excellent balance of encouragement (noting sections that work and are resonant) while also appropriately identifying issues and areas for improvement. His constructive criticisms...

    $50-$100

    Price

    6 days

    Duration

    Helpful?
    Yes
    No