You will get a professional beta reader for your novel or short story
You will get a professional beta reader for your novel or short story
Beta read of up to 30k words
In-line comments and suggestions + 1-2 page report on your novel up to 30k words
- Delivery Time 10 days
- Number of Words 30000
- Reader Report
10 days
delivery —
Oct 25, 2024
Revisions may occur after this date.
Upwork Payment Protection
Fund the project upfront. Jillian gets paid once you are satisfied with the work.
Project details
Do you want your manuscript to be the best it can be? Do you want a new set of eyes to look over your story?
As a published author and certified proofreader, I have the experience, love of stories, and attention to detail that will help take your manuscript to the next level!
As a reader, I will go through your story line by line to add comments and critiques that will get your work ready for publication. I will also give you a 1-2 page report answering the following questions:
Did your first chapter intrigue me enough to hold my attention?
How well did you develop your characters?
What were some of my favorite parts?
Was anything confusing?
Did the plot flow well and make it easy to read?
Are there moments where the story lagged?
How was the dialogue?
Was the ending satisfying?
Would I change anything?
Were there inconsistencies?
I look forward to working with you!
*I only make my comments in Word.
**I do not read erotica, explicit sex scenes, or stories with abuse.
As a published author and certified proofreader, I have the experience, love of stories, and attention to detail that will help take your manuscript to the next level!
As a reader, I will go through your story line by line to add comments and critiques that will get your work ready for publication. I will also give you a 1-2 page report answering the following questions:
Did your first chapter intrigue me enough to hold my attention?
How well did you develop your characters?
What were some of my favorite parts?
Was anything confusing?
Did the plot flow well and make it easy to read?
Are there moments where the story lagged?
How was the dialogue?
Was the ending satisfying?
Would I change anything?
Were there inconsistencies?
I look forward to working with you!
*I only make my comments in Word.
**I do not read erotica, explicit sex scenes, or stories with abuse.
Language
EnglishWhat's included
| Service Tiers |
Starter
$35
|
Standard
$50
|
Advanced
$65
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Delivery Time | 10 days | 10 days | 10 days |
Number of Words | 30000 | 65000 | 100000 |
Sample Line Edit | - | - | - |
Reader Report |
Optional add-ons
You can add these on the next page.
Fast Delivery
+$10 - $20Frequently asked questions
About Jillian
Copy Editor, Proofreader, Beta Reader
Statesville, United States - 7:16 pm local time
I have experience editing, proofreading, and beta reading historical fiction, fantasy, romance, children's books, and nonfiction, but I am open to other genres as well. I am also a published author and know what is needed to prepare your manuscript for publication.
If you don't see something that fits your needs in my project offerings, send me a message and I'll create a custom package for you!
Skills and Qualifications:
-Knowledge of The Chicago Manual of Style
-Strong time management skills
-Thorough understanding of English grammar rules and usage
-Experience with ESL teaching
-Experience preparing novels for publication
-Received certificate of excellence upon completion of the General Proofreading: Theory & Practice course
I look forward to working with you and making your work shine!
*Note that I do not edit anything with heat/steam levels above 2.*
Steps for completing your project
After purchasing the project, send requirements so Jillian can start the project.
Delivery time starts when Jillian receives requirements from you.
Jillian works on your project following the steps below.
Revisions may occur after the delivery date.
Beta Read and Critique
I will read through your manuscript, add in-line comments and critiques in Word, and provide a 1-2 page detailed report about the manuscript.