Seeking Thoughtful Beta Readers for a Memoir about Coercive Control & Survival (Paid, NDA Required)

[Pamela]

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for 2–3 beta readers for my completed memoir, Monster Inside Him (82,000 words), a true story about surviving emotional abuse, coercive control, and the legal system as a single mother. It’s a raw, emotionally driven narrative about breaking free, protecting my children, and rebuilding after unimaginable betrayal.

Synopsis:
I thought I had married a charming, ambitious man. But behind closed doors, he controlled everything—my body, my voice, even my sense of reality. As the years passed, I became a stranger to myself, sacrificing everything to keep our family intact. When I discovered the truth—that he was not only lying to me but harming our child—I finally walked away. But escaping him didn’t end the abuse. It just changed the battlefield. This is a story about what it means to survive, to fight back, and to find your voice after it’s been stolen.

If you connected with books like A Beautiful, Terrible Thing by Jennifer Waite or Know My Name by Chanel Miller, this story may resonate with you.

Compensation:
• Flat rate: $100
• Split into $50 upfront, $50 upon completion
• Paid via PayPal or Venmo
• A basic NDA + beta reader agreement required before sending the manuscript

Looking for:
• Memoir lovers and trauma-informed readers
• Honest feedback on pacing, tone, emotional impact, and clarity
• Reader reactions—what resonates, what falls flat, what lingers

Content Warning:

This memoir includes themes of emotional abuse, coercive control, child abuse, and sexual assault. These topics are not graphic but are central to the story and may be triggering to some readers.

If you’re interested, please comment or DM me with a bit about yourself, your experience (if any), and your general availability. I’d love to hear from you.

Thank you so much!

[Blessing]

Hello Pamela,

My name is Blessing and I offer paid beta reading services. I am so sorry you went through something so daunting, no one deserves to. I once read a memior like yours, it was an eye opener. I would love to read your story and possibly learn from it.

Here's my website: https://bibliobeastreads.wordpress.com/
It has every information about me and my services. Im looking forward to hearing from you.

Thank you.

[Esther]

Hello Pamela,

I’m Esther and I’ll love to read this memoir. It feels like something that would wreck me and I’ll love to read it.

This is a memoir I think will help me learn more about trauma and I’ll love to read it.

You can reach out to me through my email- kelkumo111@gmail.com

Thank you!

[Fiza]

Hi Pamela,

I hope you are doing great. Your memoir—oh, I can say it's very close to something I saw my loved ones experience, and how much it broke and made them, and how much it impacted those around them. Seeing something similar closely, I feel like your memoir will resonate with me deeply, and I'd be happy to offer you my services.

Your expectations are all valid for a beta reader, and if you feel like I'm the one for your manuscript, feel free to read more about me and my services on my website here: https://fizabbas.com/.

The only problem could be that I charge through Payoneer. It's not difficult or any different from PayPal, so if it works for you, feel free to reach out to me at fizaabbas.562@gmail.com. I'd be happy to connect and answer any of the queries you might have.

Wishing you continued strength and happiness.

Fiza - The Penpal

[IK]

Pamela wrote: "Hi everyone,

I’m looking for 2–3 beta readers for my completed memoir, Monster Inside Him (82,000 words), a true story about surviving emotional abuse, coercive control, and the legal system as a ..."

Hello Pamela,

Congratulations on completing your manuscript.I've just read the blurb and the concept you've created sounds fascinating, I'd love to help you refine and enhance your work.

As a beta reader and line editor with a couple years of experience across multiple genres, I can provide a detailed analysis of your manuscript.

I offer:
- Feedback on characters, pacing, plot, tension, and suspense.
- Honest in-line comments and reactions in your manuscript.
- A detailed report summarizing your story’s strengths and areas to improve.
- Typos corrected (if you’re okay with it!).
- Actionable suggestions to enhance your work.
- Ongoing support—I’m always here to answer your questions.

I offer a 7-day turnaround. You can view testimonials and detailed service information on my website: https://thebookconn.wordpress.com/

If you're interested, please contact me at ikthebeardman@gmail.com

I'm excited about the possibility of working with you to bring your vision to life.

Best regards,
Ik

[Mamta]

Hi,

I’d love to work with you. My email id is menonmamta02@gmail.com


Here is my link with testimonials:


https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...


Looking forward to hearing from you.

Regards,
Mamta