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May 29, 2012 05:16AM
Readers, if you're willing to beta read, authors, if you're looking for beta readers, this is the thread to connect with each other.
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ooo good idea - just maybe add what genres you are interested in/offering could also help match authors/readers together
I am more than keen to be a beta reader (am currently doing so for a couple of authors) I am happy to do any genre especially Fantasy, Sci-fi, Dystopian, Crime, Thriller and comedy.
I already have quite a number (although I hate the term beta reader. It's from computing, I think - beta users.) Happy to be called a proof reader though.I'm not sure I have time to manage any more and still read books!
You know who you are!
I dunno...To me 'proof reader' sounds more important than what I do. I just point out any typos or formatting issues I notice. Perhaps the odd awkward sentence or grammatical error.
Anyway, whatever we call it, I do like to be helpful.
Mind you, I do it for books I'm planning to read anyway, not because I've been approached so much. I really, truly never want to consider my reading to be a chore or pressured.
More than what we do (although I still do it sometimes) is copy editing. When you would suggest correct words for incorrect ones, suggest changing the order of words or sentences, suggest removing (editing) surplus stuff that hinders the flow.If you are reading a proof copy (as it was called in the old paper days) you are proof reading.
Good point. You want me to change the thread title, don't you? ;)
Nah! I'm cool with that. Just don't call me early!
If it's just a question of pointing out typos and formatting errors, maybe I can promise to pay more attention and offer my services as a Tetra-reader maybe?
Michael wrote: "Aubergine?"Random
Aubergine? I think Michael is annoyed because he tried to put it down on the Wordfeud board but he didn't have enough letters for it :P
Ahem... I hope all you beta readers are making sure the group is linked on these authors blogs etc.....
Simon (Highwayman) wrote: "Ahem... I hope all you beta readers are making sure the group is linked on these authors blogs etc....."Very good point, Simon.
The benefits of being in the group should work in both directions. I'm sure all are in agreement on that. :)
I would be happy to do this, i mainly read horror, thriller and crime but will give most things a go and like helping authors
I would be happy to point out typos and formatting issues!!! My favourite books are fantasy but I read all sorts of things.
Good idea! And, yes, genres would be good too list. Readers should have a knack for seeing errors!(Did you spot the one above? ;) )
Pffft. Pretend it was a deliberate mistake when we all know you were just too lazy to correct it. ;)
If I can help proof reading, please drop me PM. Just finished proofing one book, so have some spare capacity. Not really concerned with the genre.
Geoff (G. Robbins) (The noisy passionfruit) wrote: "If I can help proof reading, please drop me PM. Just finished proofing one book, so have some spare capacity. Not really concerned with the genre."Oh please someone give him a great tome of a technical book.
He'd be so pleased.
Log tables. That'll larn 'im!Aren't I being awful to poor old Geoff? And he's one of my oldest friends here. He knows I don't mean it.
Yeah he is a big long toothed.
Bit, of course. Bit long toothed.Or is he a sabre toothed duck?
Here, I remember log tables. At least they never ran out of batteries at the vital moment.
They jolly well didn't! I have my great grandfather's seven place log tables.
log tables - as in log cabins?
I think they're talking about abacuses.
Maybe slide rules?Hey, remember solar powered calculators? Weren't they cool?
Clay tablet and stencil here ;)My early-YA fantasy novella revision should be done around mid to late June. Beta readers can PM me ;) (must have an eye for errors and be able to read it within a week).
I have a slide rule at work. I bring it out occasional to shock the younger members of the team. Some of them don't even know what it is.....
I have a slide rule, too: never go down one. Too old. Oh, and don't touch the sides (can get friction burn).
I'd love a new beta reader. I write epic and urban fantasy. Next book is a sequel. Also have a novella that's almost done.
I'm happy to put my name forward, but not sure how much help i'll be (:
My YA book will be done this week - here are the details for those interested in reading an advanced copy:http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/7...
Terry wrote: "I'd love a new beta reader. I write epic and urban fantasy. Next book is a sequel. Also have a novella that's almost done."Happy to be a beta reader if you still need one.
Just PM me the synopsis.
I'm happy to proof read if anyone wants to contact me. Don't mind the genre.
I need a proof reader who doesn't mind reading erotic romance. It's a short story about 7-8000 words.:-)Let me know if there are any takers. It should be finished this week. x
I'm happy to proof read because I like to help but I will warn authors, I'm not good at grammar so would probably miss those errors. I will not be offended if no one wants to use me. It's understandable.
I can fish out typos if that's what you're looking for Mel :)
Happy to help, Mel.It's about time I jumped on the 50 shades of gravy train.
Thank you kindly, guys. Better get on and finish it. The trouble is the handyman is making a lot of noise today!!! Grrr...
