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You have just finished writing your manuscript, now what?
Many authors will have their friends look over their book and give them advice. While this is a good place to start, many friends may tell you, “they liked it”, with little real feedback you can use to improve your book.
Our beta readers have a specific 12-question grid they will be using to truly evaluate your book and give you usable feedback for improvement. After months or years working on your book, you will need to see if what you have written translates to your reader, and you’ll need that information to be as specific as possible.
A beta reader is your first step in the editing process. After you have made edits to your book based on their recommendations, then you need to apply for a Preliminary Manuscript Review to be considered for editing services with Square Tree Publishing.
Whether you want a developmental, content, or line editor,every author needs to go through a Preliminary Manuscript Review. Getting at least one beta reader or more, will set you up for the best opportunity of success when going through the Preliminary Manuscript Review.
With a Beta Reader you will walk away with…
- Honest feedback given in an encouraging way
- Finding places in the book where it may have been confusing
- Highlighting the parts of your book that grabbed the reader’s attention
- Places that may have inconsistencies
- Knowing if the book can hold the reader’s attention
If your manuscript already went through the beta reader process and you feel like it’s in good shape, then click the Preliminary Manuscript Review to go to the next phase in the editing process with Square Tree.
WRITER’S GROUPS
If you want help with your writing, we encourage you to join our Writer's Groups that meet weekly with a professional writing coach.Join Square Tree Writer's Cohorts that give you the accountability, community, and coaching tofinally finish that book you always wanted to write!
Click HERE for more details.
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WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE:
- A detailed report emailed to you evaluating your manuscript
- Beta Reader has a rubric they each use with 12 different questions they answer about your book
- You may use that report to make any necessary corrections to get it ready for the Preliminary Manuscript Review.
If your manuscript already went through the beta reader process and you feel like it’s in good shape, then click the Preliminary Manuscript Review to go to the next phase in the editing process with Square Tree.
WRITER’S GROUPS
If you want help with your writing, we encourage you to join our Writer's Groups that meet weekly with a professional writing coach. Join Square Tree Writer's Cohorts that give you the accountability, community, and coaching to finally finish that book you always wanted to write!
Click HERE for more details.
Disclaimer: Square Tree Publishing and the Christian Author Shop accept manuscripts for consideration of Services and/or Publishing at its own discretion.
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How long does it take for a beta reader to review my book?
Usually the beta reader will take three weeks to email you their review. Many times it is shorter than three weeks to complete.
How will I receive my beta readers review?
Your formal report will be sent to you via email. The report will be based on our 12-question rubrics for each author.
Will I get to have a coaching session with my beta reader?
Your beta reader will have spent a significant amount of time reading and then writing your report in detail. You will not be in direct contact with them, however if you have a clarifying question you may email us.
Do you have more than one beta reader?
Yes! We have several beta readers, so you may hire more than one of them to look over your manuscript. The different beta readers will not discuss your book with one another to guarantee they look at it with fresh eyes.
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