Honest, analytical reader feedback for fiction writers.
I’m a careful, detail-oriented reader with a background in engineering. I focus on logic, consistency, structure, and the overall reading experience — not grammar, style, or line-level editing. My goal is to give you clear, constructive insight from a reader’s perspective so you can strengthen your manuscript before it reaches an editor or publication.
What I Offer:
Alpha Reading
Best for early or rough drafts (after you’ve finished a complete draft).
I look at the big-picture foundations:
- Does the overall plot hold together?
- Are character motivations clear and consistent?
- Where does the story confuse, drag, or lose momentum?
- Logical gaps, continuity issues, and structural weaknesses
- World-building or setting consistency (especially useful for science, tech, or complex systems)
You’ll receive:
- Full read-through with inline comments and reactions
- A structured written report covering plot, characters, pacing, logic, and overall impressions
- Answers to any specific questions you provide
Beta Reading
Best for later, more polished drafts (after structural revisions).
I read as your target audience and focus on the reader experience:
- Engagement and emotional impact
- Pacing and flow
- Character connection and arcs
- Lingering plot holes or inconsistencies
- Clarity and whether the story delivers on its promises
- Genre expectations and overall satisfaction
You’ll receive:
- Full read-through with inline comments and reactions
- A detailed reader’s report with strengths, areas of concern, and overall impressions
- Answers to any specific questions you provide
What I Do *Not* Offer
I do not provide developmental editing, line editing, copy-editing, or proofreading.
I will not correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, or rewrite your prose.
My feedback is reader-focused reaction and analysis, not professional editing advice.
Pricing
Rates are based on manuscript word count. All prices are in USD. Alpha Reading | $0.0025 / word Beta Reading | $0.0015 / word **Rush service** (faster turnaround): +25–40% depending on timeline
What’s included in every package:
- Complete manuscript read
- Inline comments throughout the document
- Structured written report
- Answers to your specific questions (if provided)
Optional add-on: 30-minute follow-up call to discuss feedback (No extra charge)
How It Works
1. Contact me with your genre, approximate word count, draft stage (alpha or beta), preferred deadline, and any specific areas you’d like me to focus on.
2. I’ll confirm availability and send a simple quote + short agreement.
3. You send the manuscript and pay a 50% deposit.
4. I read and prepare feedback within the agreed time frame.
5. You receive the annotated manuscript + written report. Final payment is due before delivery of the full feedback.
Standard turnaround is 2–4 weeks depending on length and my current schedule. Rush options are available when my calendar allows.
Genres
- I work with most commercial and literary fiction, including (but not limited to):
- Science fiction & speculative fiction
- Fantasy
- Thriller / mystery / suspense
- Contemporary fiction
- Adventure
- Literary fiction
I’m especially strong with stories that involve complex systems, technology, science, or intricate plotting. However I’m open to most adult fiction.
A Note on My Approach
My engineering background means I notice logical inconsistencies, structural weaknesses, and cause-and-effect problems that can be easy to miss when you’re deep in the story. I aim to be honest, specific, and constructive — never harsh for the sake of it. You’ll know exactly what worked for me as a reader and where the experience broke down.
Ready to get started?
Send me a message with:
– Genre and approximate word count
– Whether you need alpha or beta reading
– Your ideal deadline
– Any particular concerns or questions you’d like me to address
I’ll reply with availability and a clear quote.