BETA READER INTERVIEW

[Esther]

I’ve started a project meant to support and connect people in the industry, authors to beta readers in this case, the valuable professionals we consider “keepers” in the business.

I’ve respectfully reached out to a number of professionals I admire, and now I’m reaching out to you because I’m interested in interviewing a few Beta Readers for my upcoming website.

The purpose of this project is solving Beta reader / Author doubts and attracting authors to your platforms.

If you’re interested in joining this project, the recipe is simple:
- DM me your Beta Reader details and let's get in touch

[Kittykiller]

Very interesting but I think there are no true useful betas... The more professional a beta is, the less use of it...

[Faizan]

KittyKiller
What do you mean ??

[David]

KittyKiller, I completely disagree. Beta Readers can bring up points we as authors overlook. We have one set of eyes and one viewpoint. The more people who look at one of my novels or short stories, the better I can broaden its appeal.

Each person brings a unique set of experiences and in terms of reading fiction, expectations. What you want out of a novel may be completely different than my desires as a reader or author.

For example, when reading an action novel, are they looking for detailed descriptions of places and weapons, or are they more interested in keeping the action moving? Is it the building of a romantic relationship they are after or more descriptions of erotic moments?

We as authors have our points of view. Beta readers have theirs. By including some of the beta comments, we can broaden our stories' appeal, tighten the plot or make the characters seem more real and relatable.
Esther, feel free to contact me directly at davereyn83@gmail.com if you would like to learn more.

[J.R.]

I agree with David. As a writer, my beta readers were invaluable in helping me shape my story and in telling me what worked and what didn't. The reason I started beta reading (on a volunteer basis) is because beta reading was so valuable to me as a writer, and I wanted to offer that help to other writers.

[Esther]

J.R. wrote: "I agree with David. As a writer, my beta readers were invaluable in helping me shape my story and in telling me what worked and what didn't. The reason I started beta reading (on a volunteer basis)..."

JR, I think that's a wonderful initiative, I also Beta Read for free for other authors and I think we should all help and support each other as much as we can in this industry.

DM me your email address, I'd love to interview you

[Esther]

David wrote: "KittyKiller, I completely disagree. Beta Readers can bring up points we as authors overlook. We have one set of eyes and one viewpoint. The more people who look at one of my novels or short stories..."

That's absolutely true and relatable. Having more perspectives always helps :)