Professional Beta Reader for Romance Novel

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Summary

Job Title: Beta Reader Needed for Contemporary Billionaire Romance Novel. Description I'm seeking an experienced beta reader for a completed contemporary romance novella. The manuscript has been self-edited and I am looking for thoughtful reader feedback before moving to the next stage of publication. Genre: Contemporary Billionaire Romance (Big City Setting) Length: Approximately 16,500 words I am looking for feedback on: • Overall reader experience • Story flow and pacing • Character development and believability • Emotional connection and romantic chemistry • Areas that feel confusing or underdeveloped • Dialogue authenticity • Consistency of voice and tone • Repetitive language or awkward phrasing • Whether the story meets reader expectations for the billionaire romance genre In addition to a written feedback report (template provided), I would like comments directly within the manuscript (Google Docs or Microsoft Word preferred) noting: • Confusing passages • Dialogue that feels unnatural • Timeline or continuity issues • Repetition • Scenes that lack emotional impact • Opportunities to strengthen character motivations or story tension This is a beta read, not a copyediting or proofreading project. I'm looking for honest, reader-focused developmental feedback. When applying, please include: • Your experience reading or reviewing contemporary romance, particularly billionaire romance • Any relevant beta reading experience • A sample beta report or feedback example (if available) • Your estimated turnaround time Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you.

  • $40.00

    Fixed-price
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Creative Writing
Beta Reading
Tools
Short Story Writing
Proofreading
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:20 to 50
  • Last viewed by client:3 weeks ago
  • Hires:
    1
  • Interviewing:
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  • Invites sent:
    22
  • Unanswered invites:
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About the client
Member since Jun 22, 2026
  • United States
    New York2:39 AM
  • $40 total spent
    1 hire, 1 active

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