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@AllanR this sounds like something I would enjoy. I can't guarantee that timeline - will likely be three to four months - and if it is totally not my cup of tea, I will DNF (but give a reason back). But if I enjoy it, I tend to read more at a sitting and it may go faster.
 
AllanR said:
Hi, I am looking for a reader for a full book. 112k words.
Set a few hundred years in the future it is (somewhat) hard science fiction mixed with space opera. The story is both a road trip and a prison break.
The book has already gone through a chapter by chapter edit with a critique group yet now I am looking for a big picture critique.
Timeline that I would like for feedback --a month or two
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That sounds like the kind of story I'd enjoy and could give a good feedback on .
If you've got an epub or pdf version then please inbox me for my email
 
AllanR said:
The book has already gone through a chapter by chapter edit with a critique group
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Nit- picking - I'm maybe a third of the way through it. I've spotted 5 or 6 typos/ wrong words used/ sentences that don't make sense or are poorly constructed.
Your critique group must skim a little!

None of these issues affect the main (quite gripping) plot, but my brain is screaming Nooooo!

Explanation:- I spent several years checking documentation packages for transporting nuclear fuel around the world, even minor errors are task stoppers so my subconscious picks them up as I read anything
 
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Danny McG said:
Nit- picking - I'm maybe a third of the way through it. I've spotted 5 or 6 typos/ wrong words used/ sentences that don't make sense or are poorly constructed.
Your critique group must skim a little!

None of these issues affect the main (quite gripping) plot, but my brain is screaming Nooooo!

Explanation:- I spent several years checking documentation packages for transporting nuclear fuel around the world, even minor errors are task stoppers so my subconscious picks them up as I read anything
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I'll send you a detailed list when I finish but for now I want to continue enjoying this story
 
I recently finished up a chapter introducing a female protagonist. It is just under 2k words. I am looking for a female perspective to make sure I am doing the her justice, and not writing a typically male written female. I know one chapter is not enough to fully flush out her character but want to make sure I am on the right track. Any other critique on the writing would also be welcomed!
 
VRlass said:
Well it’s a myth (I guess) but the setting is modern…’ish…
I am not sure it does belong to any existing genre, Its very experimental.
Speculative fiction for sure
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Can you mail it? It'll take me a week to get back, and I'm no literary expert (prob low standard primary school level on the technical stuff anyway) but happy to give feedback (y)
 
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Hi. My second post here.
I'm a willing beta reader :)
1. I'll read anything, including hard science and experimental=. I'm a physics buff, but also enjoy history, among other things. Please note I have not read much Tolkien or GOT, but love the genre
2. I'll read short stories, novels up to 100k words
3. I'm available most of the time. My schedule revolves around the clock
Though my experience includes writing, editing and a lot of reading, I'm a new beta reader. I'll be thorough, professional and always polite!
 
Hmmm... not sure what to write here but I'm putting myself forward as a beta reader.
I'm happy to read pretty much any genre, though sci-fi and horror are generally my go to (including hardcore / erotic content).
I'm happy to give anything a go, length wise, though I have to admit I'm not the fastest reader in existence.

I've done a couple of diploma courses on creative writing and proofreading, but I'm not like degree level or anything.
I'm also well versed in creative and thoughtful constructive criticism - so any tears should be bolstered by smiles in equal measure.
 
Just a pointer but there's little point asking people to read a big wall of text until you've put something up in the Critiques section. Mainly because you will get feedback on what you're doing wrong in Critiques, which means you can then update the rest of your manuscript to correct it. This will make it easier to not only attract beta readers but also make it easier to read. :)
 
Thanks, you're right. I just don't know what part of my story to select to have looked at... Still trying to find my way around the Forum to be honest.
 
I have previously reviewed books on both Amazon and for about 8 months on YouTube. (Beyond The Ordinary for YouTube). I read roughly a novel a day and so can supply a fairly quick feedback. I will be honest but try to be positive to the author. I read both Science Fiction and Fantasy. I prefer people to at least somewhat have original takes on an idea rather than just going with the latest trend. I am not interested in Fan Fiction.
 
Hi people,
New here, but on member's suggestion I'd like to put a shout out for any willing beta readers for my novel. It's long, a bit over 140k, so something of a commitment, although like any book if you don't like it, stop! I haven't yet posted anything here in the critiques section as I'm new, just so you know - but I didn't want to spam 30 posts, I'll just take my time to get a feel for the place :) I've made two full edits of the draft, but I think it's at a level where that shouldn't hold a reader back.
Genre: dystopian near-future sci-fi, I'd say probably mid to low on the science side (I get the feeling that's a thing here :p). It's mainly an actiony police investigation, with a high-tech/low tech divide along class lines. Happy to give more info for those who would like but also curious as to how it comes across when read kind of fresh.
Let me know!
 
Hello friends,

I have a 1000 word speculative flash fiction piece that I'd love to get feedback on. I'm looking for 2 - 3 readers who enjoy flash fiction and can return comments by next Wednesday or Thursday at the latest. (Deadline for the contest is Jan 31.)

I'd post in critiques but it's for a themed contest run by a magazine and they are strict about stories not having appeared in any form previously.

The story is about a man trying to hide from his past, and a woman with a knack for exposing peoples' indiscretions. It's as close to being "done" as I'm capable, and if I don't get readers, I will probably submit as is. I'd prefer to have a few extra sets of eyes, though.

Once this is off my plate, I'd be happy to pay it forward in February if anybody needs a beta reader for their short fiction.

Thank you!
 
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