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I will beta read your memoir or biography
Gig Summary
Published author, linguist, and professional editor
An experienced publishing expert of over 25 years, with a PhD in Linguistics from the USA. I help authors succeed on their publishing journey with expert beta reading, editing, and coaching. I am also...
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Vyvyan Evans was selected by the Fiverr Pro team for their expertise.
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Book Editing
What people loved about this freelancer
gaborkissgd
United Kingdom
Vyvyan exceeded my expectations in every possible way. It was clear from his report that he had not simply read my manuscript, but he genuinely understood the...
amanda_patmore
United Kingdom
I have never written anything before, let alone use a Beta Reader and after having scrolled through the many beta readers on FIVERR, I was drawn to Vyvyan Evans,...
katy_boegel
United States
It was clear he took a my book seriously and spent a lot of time reviewing it. His suggestions were/are insightful and well thought out and will make my book...
mgraysonlsc
United States
Vyvan gave excellent, actionable feedback for the manuscript. It was refreshing to use this beta read as a gauge of progress for my editing and revisions.
beezemaster
United States
This is my second review attempt as I want my words to be strong enough to describe Dr. Evans support. I love to write and I appreciate feedback on my writing....
About this Gig
Vetted Pro
Move your memoir or biography to publishable level with an expert beta reader report with clear actionable recommendations to enhance your work.
I am a successfully published, best-selling author, with multiple Kirkus-starred reviews, and over 25 years editorial experience, helping other authors finesse their output. Based on my extensive international publishing success and experience, I will read your work with an expert eye for what works, what could be improved, and questions that I was left with after reading.
I will provide a constructive, discerning beta reader report, with my overall assessment on:
- Readability: here I address the flow of the narrative, points that dragged or were rushed, points where there was any confusion.
- Emotional impact and reader engagement: here I address how effectively the narrative resonate for the reader, and general enjoyability.
My report will also include specific feedback on:
- Writing style
- Narrative arc development
- Honesty, vulnerability & reflection (key ingredients)
- Tone & Voice
Should you have any specific points of uncertainty about your work, please feel free to include those in your order and I will address those in my report.
Language:
English
Genre:
Memoir/ biography
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.
Clients I’ve worked with
Samsung
Electrical Engineering
Nationwide project launched by Samsung to document a new digital dictionary of self-expression. Campaign aimed to curate the lexicon of human expression – led by Vyvyan Evans, PHD and Professor of Linguistics.
Mar 2022-Dec 2022
Reviews
9 reviews for this Gig
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gaborkissgd
United Kingdom
Vyvyan exceeded my expectations in every possible way. It was clear from his report that he had not simply read my manuscript, but he genuinely understood the book, my writer voice, and what I was trying to achieve. His feedback was exceptionally detailed, perceptive and constructive, and the value...
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?A 
amanda_patmore
United Kingdom
Ongoing collaborationI have never written anything before, let alone use a Beta Reader and after having scrolled through the many beta readers on FIVERR, I was drawn to Vyvyan Evans, his credentials and his profile. He responded swiftly to my communications. He was extremely helpful and clear, explaining the process and...
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?K katy_boegel
United States
It was clear he took a my book seriously and spent a lot of time reviewing it. His suggestions were/are insightful and well thought out and will make my book so much better. He went over each chapter in detail and gave me a clear direction for revisions.
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?M mgraysonlsc
United States
Vyvan gave excellent, actionable feedback for the manuscript. It was refreshing to use this beta read as a gauge of progress for my editing and revisions.
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?B beezemaster
United States
This is my second review attempt as I want my words to be strong enough to describe Dr. Evans support. I love to write and I appreciate feedback on my writing. Vyuyan's feedback is at another level. He doesn't only correct, he teaches. Yes, I have work to do but I am doing the work. not as a work through....
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
Reviews
9 reviews for this Gig
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| (1) | ||
| (0) | ||
| (0) | ||
| (0) |
Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
Sort By
Most relevant
G gaborkissgd
United Kingdom
Vyvyan exceeded my expectations in every possible way. It was clear from his report that he had not simply read my manuscript, but he genuinely understood the book, my writer voice, and what I was trying to achieve. His feedback was exceptionally detailed, perceptive and constructive, and the value...
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?A amanda_patmore
United Kingdom
Ongoing collaborationI have never written anything before, let alone use a Beta Reader and after having scrolled through the many beta readers on FIVERR, I was drawn to Vyvyan Evans, his credentials and his profile. He responded swiftly to my communications. He was extremely helpful and clear, explaining the process and...
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?K katy_boegel
United States
It was clear he took a my book seriously and spent a lot of time reviewing it. His suggestions were/are insightful and well thought out and will make my book so much better. He went over each chapter in detail and gave me a clear direction for revisions.
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?M mgraysonlsc
United States
Vyvan gave excellent, actionable feedback for the manuscript. It was refreshing to use this beta read as a gauge of progress for my editing and revisions.
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?B beezemaster
United States
This is my second review attempt as I want my words to be strong enough to describe Dr. Evans support. I love to write and I appreciate feedback on my writing. Vyuyan's feedback is at another level. He doesn't only correct, he teaches. Yes, I have work to do but I am doing the work. not as a work through....
2 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
