Chlo 🌻 Writer ✍🏻
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LIL :
I’m coming to this point soon too! I’d love to know if we’re straight up just emailing the document to them or if there’s a platform people use to send it through? 👀
2026-05-13 15:50:27
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Bec Tonks . Author Illustrator :
I’ve gone small with readers I trust and because my ms is an upper younger adult I’ve gone for both teen and adult readers. I’ve also gone for a mix of writer/non writer. Working with no more than five because I know I’ll need another round of beta after a follow up edit. Hope that helps. 🥰
2026-05-13 16:36:55
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authorelisebebb :
I did a trial of around 30, and then only ended up with 8. Probably around 20/30 didn’t respond. That’s why a trial is good
2026-05-13 14:54:29
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Sharita Biloro | Writer :
I love that you asked these questions because now I can read the comments for any useful tips (whoops) 🤭 Good luck with your beta readers! I hope you’ll receive useful feedback and lots of compliments☺️
2026-05-15 17:42:13
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ShannonD_TheAuthor📚 :
Up to 5 max at a time or per round. Like you said too many chefs in the kitchen. Open up a sign up form which questions to help find people who will be able to fulfill the role. On the manuscript side I personally will be sending the full and see what happens. It will be my first time too so we will see if my advice changes hahah
2026-05-13 15:07:18
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Rebeccah Prince ✨ Author :
I got 3 people who I trusted and I know would read it! You don’t want too many opinions. Having writers in the mix is important. I had a mix of both. I sent my full as I thought it would be more productive for them to read the whole book so they saw how everything played out.
2026-05-13 16:06:40
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bradleylyman :
30!! I’m about to do a video on it!! Xx
2026-05-13 15:04:58
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T.S. Nistor The Dungeon Writer :
I plan to run two rounds of beta readers. First, closed beta readers, aka my family and closest friends who are all readers from various categories. Some of them are heavy readers, while others only read occasionally. Some are into my genres, being psychological thrillers and mystery, some have never touched a mystery book in their life, because they are more into fantasy/sci-fi/ya etc. All these opinions are valid for me. In my mind, if my manuscript can leave a lasting impression regardless of the category and fit, then it means that I must have done something right. Second round will be later on as open beta readers, aka total strangers. May be readers, writers, or both, doesn’t matter. Now, I’ve managed to convince my friends and family to be my most relentless critiques, and it helped a lot. But either way you put it, it’s still biased. So, that’s why I think a second round is needed. As for the numbers, I aim for 10 betas tops (closed + open). Anything more than that, for me, could turn into noise or repetitive info. That’s my sweet spot. Hope it helps, guys😁
2026-05-13 23:00:47
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amyw1.fashionandbooks :
When you find the answers please can you let me know 😂😂😂
2026-05-13 14:40:49
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Luna Vei 📜🗝️ | Dark Academia :
60 requested it but I ended up sending it to only 10, I sent the whole thing because it doesn’t change even if you give them half they could decide not to read it at all. I did get a mix of readers and writers, more writers than readers though. Info collection is the biggest challenge imo
2026-05-13 17:46:28
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Louise Daerr Fantasy Author :
I had 1 read the first draft, because I didnt want to polish a story that wasn't working, then after those edits I had 3 more and after those edits I had 1 more. I really liked the system but it took soo long 😁
2026-05-13 14:47:49
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2026-05-14 14:22:53
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50 bullets :
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2026-05-24 05:24:07
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Destiny Book :
Looking for a beta reader who gives clear, constructive, and reader focused feedback? I help authors improve story flow, character depth, pacing, and emotional impact while keeping your unique voice intact. I’d love to help bring your manuscript to its strongest version.
2026-05-14 04:26:08
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the reader room :
Hi author, I’m a professional beta reader and I’d love to help improve your book with honest feedback on plot, pacing, characters, and reader experience. If you’d like fresh eyes on your manuscript, feel free to message me.
2026-05-19 02:13:33
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