tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post1075486486663119710..comments2024-03-09T06:15:04.254-05:00Comments on Rach Writes...: Beta Match - Are you looking for a critique partner or a beta reader? (February 2012)Rachael Harriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16764930101064527321noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-47503844548956163842016-02-08T03:35:55.570-05:002016-02-08T03:35:55.570-05:00Banned complain !! Complaining only causes life an...<br />Banned complain !! Complaining only causes life and mind become more severe. Enjoy the rhythm of the problems faced. No matter ga life, not a problem not learn, so enjoy it :)<br /><br /><a href="http://goo.gl/kDdCYg" rel="nofollow">Keputihan Tanda Awal Penyakit Kanker Rahim</a> <br /><a href="http://goo.gl/3JL1UG" rel="nofollow">Tips Menghilangkan Keputihan Dengan Daun Sirih</a> <br /><a href="http://goo.gl/uejhsE" rel="nofollow">Tingkatkan Libido Dengan Makanan Ini</a><br /><a href="http://goo.gl/k60Pcd" rel="nofollow">Tips Supaya Hamil Mendapatkan Anak Laki Laki</a><br /><a href="http://goo.gl/Y1jGav" rel="nofollow">Beberapa Penyakit Yang Sering Menyerang Anak Anak</a> <br /><a href="http://goo.gl/4e8hBz" rel="nofollow">Obat Wasir Parah Untuk Ibu Hamil Yang Aman</a> <br /><a href="http://goo.gl/4Fu30H" rel="nofollow">Obat Penghilang Masalah Di Bagian Mulut</a> <br /><a href="http://goo.gl/wAT9Dl" rel="nofollow">Cara Meningkatkan Gairah Bercinta Pria</a><br /><a href="http://goo.gl/ZFAFGW" rel="nofollow">Tips Untuk Mengatasi Susah Tidur Di Malam Hari</a> <br /><a href="http://goo.gl/13VGYb" rel="nofollow">Obat Alami Untuk Menyembuhkan Sesak Nafas</a> aisyahputrisetiawanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03192442695534733153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-48234327458044872782012-04-11T14:09:12.971-04:002012-04-11T14:09:12.971-04:00I have a suggestion: Maybe you could repost this e...I have a suggestion: Maybe you could repost this every few months and that would keep a current list of who is still looking for critique partners.Randyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16621043763559564251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-42768948283062842602012-03-01T11:31:05.317-05:002012-03-01T11:31:05.317-05:00Name: Melissa Maygrove (pen name)
Email: melissama...Name: Melissa Maygrove (pen name)<br />Email: melissamaygrove@gmail.com<br />Blog: melissamaygrove.blogspot.com<br /><br />My current WIPs: There are 3:<br />RS/P (speculative) & its sequel (~105k each) in the polishing phase, and a HR just started.<br /><br />Best description of my romance writing: 'Sweet with some heat.' <br />I write of very moral main characters, but my work is not CF. I do incorporate adult themes and infuse some heat, sometimes carrying love scenes to their conclusion. Also, I sometimes include violence and or violent images and injury or medical details. (I'm a nurse in 'real life.')<br /><br />I'm looking for: <br />Both critique partners and beta readers, although it may be a while before I have something to sub. I prefer long-term partnerships if we turn out to be compatible, but I wouldn't turn down a one-ms commitment, and I would consider adjusting our goals as we go and grow.<br /><br />I'm looking for someone strong in plotting, pacing, and industry issues (my weaker areas)- but that is a wish, not a deal-breaker.<br /><br />My ideal crit partner is someone who can crit without totally re-writing my work. Not that I shun suggestions--I love it when folks throw in words and phrases here and there for my consideration--and I *don't* want to hobble my critters! But I don't like crits that infringe on voice too much. If you feel a large chunk needs revising, I prefer you comment on what's bothering you about it and let me re-write it in my voice.<br /><br />I love crits that tell me how my writing affects the reader (good or bad). Like: 'Great line. I totally feel her anguish. ... I haven't been commenting because I can't tear myself from the page. LOL' or 'I'm way ahead of you, trim this/condense it ... Cut this/GWS ... I'm feeling the urge to skim.'<br /><br />Some info about me: I'm relatively new to writing fiction but have been told by more than one published author my writing approaches professional level. My strengths are PUGS (punctuation, usage, grammar & spelling), clarity/visual clarity, and POV and pacing to a certain extent. I tend to focus on line by line issues, although I will beta read if asked.<br /><br />When considering a new crit partner, I typically do a test swap or two to check compatibility before committing long term, and I swap crit for crit with no money changing hands. Word count/sub size and turn-around time is adjusted for each individual critter and situation by mutual consent.<br /><br />I hope I haven't come across as too picky. I really am rather easy going. I'm just very plain spoken...might as well be truthful and save us both some time. ; )<br />If you think we might be compatible, shoot me an email.Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08516493326566981116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-7903084065747080132012-02-29T16:56:45.457-05:002012-02-29T16:56:45.457-05:00Name: Sherri Lackey
Email: sherri.lackey@live.com
...Name: Sherri Lackey<br />Email: sherri.lackey@live.com<br />My current WIP: Armorian Empires: Lineages and Legacies <br />I'm looking for: I am looking for a beta reader primarily. I have revised my WIP twice. I had two other people read through it after I revised it the first time. I hate to ask them to read it again. I would like to have someone with fresh eyes look it over. This is the third book in a series and I realize the reader will not have read the first two. Nevertheless, it would be nice to know if the reader could still engage in a story that is a continuation of the previous two. The story is scifi/fantasy. A few key elements run throughout the whole series: 1. Prejudice against other people groups and the struggle to overcome it. 2. Strong family ties are emphasized as important for the success of any society. 3. A new element of faith in God is introduced in this last book. (That said, this is not intended to be a “Christian fiction” novel as is often depicted by popular Christian publishers, authors, bookstores, etc. I simply write scifi/fantasy and my core beliefs tend to come out in my writing at some point or another.)<br />Some info about me: I am a pastor’s wife and homeschooling mom by day, and a writer by night. No, wait…I do most of my writing by day actually. My sons are in college and my teenage daughter is self-directed in her schoolwork, so I’m in a good place with my writing endeavors right now. I like science fiction and fantasy and all their sub-genres in between. I am an introvert by nature and I am finally feeling secure about it after all these years.Sherri Lackeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12574448009541412249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-55493429646503686682012-02-27T04:34:47.537-05:002012-02-27T04:34:47.537-05:00Name: Sylvia
Email: sylviavbruggen at gmail dot co...Name: Sylvia<br />Email: sylviavbruggen at gmail dot com<br /><br />My current WIP: I am working on editing some fantasy and sci fi shorts and a novel that is a mix of both. Also writing a high fantasy book :)<br /><br />I'm looking for: Beta readers and critique partners for both the novels and the short stories :)<br /><br />Some info about me: I love to read anything fantasy or science fiction, not so much into vampires anymore, for the rest would love to read paranormals. Also love to ready mystery. <br />I am good in fishing out the weaker points in a story, and finding plot holes is also something I am good at for others ;) <br />My strength is not in spelling and grammar, English is my second language. One of my friends is an editor, she fishes those out in my stories :)Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05519691494230856599noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-36833194778677781582012-02-26T05:21:58.158-05:002012-02-26T05:21:58.158-05:00Thanks for hosting this, Rachel. :)Thanks for hosting this, Rachel. :)Cecilia Roberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04416564789369523352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-30180420733509654792012-02-26T05:21:22.114-05:002012-02-26T05:21:22.114-05:00What a great idea! :)
Name: Cecilia
email. muoki....What a great idea! :)<br /><br />Name: Cecilia<br />email. muoki.cece@gmail.com<br /><br />My current WIP: YA dark fantasy set in Vienna. My character trades her soul for the four souls of her family after an unfortunate accident which claims their lives. Grim enrols her as his novice collecting souls, and will be tested after two years of novicehood.<br /><br />A little about me. I enjoy reading romance (contemporary, paranormal, UF, Dystopian) I'm good with characterization and plot. My weakness is typos and grammar.<br />I am looking for beta readers/CPCecilia Roberthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04416564789369523352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-79814104793347587442012-02-25T10:44:39.802-05:002012-02-25T10:44:39.802-05:00Jarm Del Boccio
Jarm@me.com
http://4ambassadorso...Jarm Del Boccio<br /><br />Jarm@me.com<br /><br />http://4ambassadorsofchrist.blogspot.com/<br /><br />Genre: fiction and non-fiction picture books: My passion is to make History and Scripture come alive for children.<br /><br />WIP: "Waiting for an Idea", the story of a fallen leaf, and a Historic Fictional account of the orphans who saved the world during the smallpox epidemic.<br /><br />I would appreciate the expertise of a beta reader, one to whom I could send in a WIP and get some feedback once in awhile. My weakness is creating an ending for my fictional works, and finding just the right descriptive words in a piece. <br /><br />Thanks so much for this opportunity, Rach!Jarm Del Bocciohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16734893974122730211noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-13442509050481633522012-02-25T09:41:06.465-05:002012-02-25T09:41:06.465-05:00Name: Esther Jones
Email: estherspurrilljones@gmai...Name: Esther Jones<br />Email: estherspurrilljones@gmail.com<br />My current WIP: I have 2 major ones right now: a vampire story and a high fantasy.<br />I'm looking for: a beta reader or cp. I tend not to describe my settings/characters so I need someone who can notice that and point it out. I have no issues with spelling/grammar, so you won't have to check that.<br />Some info about me: my friends call me the spelling/grammar nazi. I can help a cp with spelling and grammar if needed.Esther Joneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07688983385593428361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-5252334117388714852012-02-20T13:38:53.510-05:002012-02-20T13:38:53.510-05:00Name: Michelle Flick - Michelle @ Oh! For the Lov...Name: Michelle Flick - Michelle @ Oh! For the Love of Books<br />Email: mf060784@gmail.com<br />My current WIP: It's a paranormal piece. It central component is based on telepathic twins. There are other supernatural aspects - including Ishtar, witchcraft (sort of) vampires (I Know so last season). <br />I'm looking for: both. Im looking for people to look over and with fine tooth combs. Im looking for long term relationships<br />Some info about me: I'm as honest as I can be when reading and editing. I teach high school English so I have background in writing and reading.Michelle Flickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11452307689508498982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-34939917109458391082012-02-16T23:53:39.584-05:002012-02-16T23:53:39.584-05:00Sher A Hart, my obvious pun name.
sherahart at gma...Sher A Hart, my obvious pun name.<br />sherahart at gmail dot com<br /><br />WIP: upper middle-grade pun-fantasy about Boy Scouts who travel to the first Earth to save the broken Heartland. <br />Blurb at www.sherahart.com<br />short intro at http://sherahart.blogspot.com/2012/02/monstrous-earth-won-intro-2-giveaways.html<br /><br />I prefer male beta-readers for my boy books, and I really want a few long term critique partners. My writing is too wild for some adults. I am rewriting my previously finished book in 1st person to solve numerous problems, not least being a main character who ends up as two. <br /><br />I'm a Clinical Lab Scientist so I can help solve science problems. I'm good at spotting plot holes and excellent at correcting errors in grammar, punctuation, etc.<br />Since I see relationships where others don't, I need help knowing when I've given enough clues, made it clear why my MC does something, etc. Most of all, I need help weeding out the bad puns. If you don't like puns or poetry, you won't like this book. However, keep me in mind for my other YA paranormal.Sher A. Harthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03067955594103356768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-75731726053453530702012-02-16T18:38:53.085-05:002012-02-16T18:38:53.085-05:00I think I've found someone!! Going to email th...I think I've found someone!! Going to email them and give it a go. Thanks so much!!Traci Kenworthhttp://www.tracikenworth.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-8652390485120711382012-02-16T15:01:12.032-05:002012-02-16T15:01:12.032-05:00Name & email: Shelly Brown
shellybrownwriter a...Name & email: Shelly Brown<br />shellybrownwriter at gmail<br /><br />Genres: MG fairytale retelling & a YA time travel.<br /><br />Blog: http://writingwithshellyandchad.blogspot.com<br /><br />I'm pretty new to the whole thing but I'm trying really hard to catch up.<br /><br />I think it would be best to find some beta readers (actually the YA needs an alpha reader) and if things work out we can move our relationship up to the next step and become Crit Partners. Interested? <br />(Why does this feel like an online dating service?)Small Town Shelly Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13535247595352753415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-61453956910865690612012-02-15T18:38:27.359-05:002012-02-15T18:38:27.359-05:00Name: Ann Cory
Email: anncory_erotica at yahoo do...Name: Ann Cory <br />Email: anncory_erotica at yahoo dot com<br /><br /><br />My current WIP: I have many, I write in all genres from sweet to spicy romanc.<br /><br />I'm looking for: critique partner and beta reader <br /><br />Looking for a long term partnership. I read and write in many genres, and am looking for someone who is supportive, motivated, and can cheer me on (as I will do the same). Maybe give me a kick in the rear if I'm procrastinating. <br /><br />I'm currently published with several publishers.Ann Coryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17361885310781741289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-40944899349194257522012-02-15T16:18:08.118-05:002012-02-15T16:18:08.118-05:00There's nothing quite like a fresh pair of eye...There's nothing quite like a fresh pair of eyes to look over your work.<br /><br />My name is Anna L. Walls and that's the name I use most everywhere.<br />My email address is AnnaLWalls@gmail.com<br />Though I would love to shoot most any of my work past a fresh pair of eyes, the WIP I'm interested in most is my nearly finished blog novel. The book is finished; I'm posting a chapter a week so the blog isn't finished. I want to publish it when it is and I'd rather run the whole thing past someone who will give me more than "Ooh I like that".<br />The link to the blog, if you want to take a look, is: http://TheFortunesOfMagic.blogspot.com<br />What I would like is all-around feedback. Opinion on content. Spell checker. Grammer checker. Believability opinion. Someone please talk to me who hopefully knows more than I do about writing.<br />I live in the real wilderness of Alaska so meeting someone personally or even mailing a physical document is impossible.Anna L. Wallshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00144458783329501190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-33726577866713062012-02-15T16:14:27.449-05:002012-02-15T16:14:27.449-05:00Name: Shen
Email: Onyxdaggers@yahoo.co.uk
My curr...Name: Shen<br />Email: Onyxdaggers@yahoo.co.uk<br /><br />My current WIP: I have a few but I probably want to go back to my 2011 Nano - my first attempt at epic fantasy. My overall work is usually fantasy. I'm also a horror writer, so there are some very dark themes and scenes in there. <br />I'm looking for: Probably a beta reader, with possibly progress into a crit partner in the future. Someone to go over the big rough stuff, character development, plot ideas etc. Then maybe into finer detail such as nit-picky grammar at a later date. <br />Some info about me:<br />I'm very happy to read in return. Fantasy is more my thing, particularly contemp. fantasy, but I'll read horror, give paranormal romance a go and wrote erotica in the past. Grammar isn't entirely my strongest point but I'll give a good indepth critique to the best of my ability when asked.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-49012100786274476162012-02-15T11:59:38.085-05:002012-02-15T11:59:38.085-05:00Name: T. Z. Wallace
Email: gingerlovinmind@gmail.c...Name: T. Z. Wallace<br />Email: gingerlovinmind@gmail.com<br />My current WIP: A distopian/sci-fi fantasy. I am trying to make it YA friendly, although not geared specifically to YA. It is the first of a planned trilogy.<br /><br />I'm looking for: I'm looking for both CPs and beta readers. I want feedback on what does and doesn't work, an eye for any loose plot-points. I, too, agree that nitpicking is fine. I am currently 1/2 way through the first draft. I have some scenes for immediate review, and would like to have someone who can commit to being a beta reader in about three months (when I anticipate I will have the first draft completed and cleaned up).<br /> <br />Some info about me: English is my only language. Typos are a bit of a downfall for me (I always correct them in my head and rarelt see them). <br /><br />Also, I am a fast reader. I am strict when it comes to grammar usage/mis-usage. And I can edit others work much easier and more thoroughly than I can my own.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08252890741829487017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-52551364207637794832012-02-15T11:17:10.342-05:002012-02-15T11:17:10.342-05:00Name: Weissdorn aka Celeste
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email: celeste(dot)w...Name: Weissdorn aka Celeste<br />.<br />email: celeste(dot)weissdorn(at)gmail(dot)com<br />.<br />WIP: I've got a adult contemporary fantasy plot-driven romance set in Europe. It's about 80% complete, but I'm having problems with picking up the pace. I'd like to exchange ideas with other writers.<br />.<br />In exchange I could beta read, critique or offer editing suggestions. <br />.<br />I'd prefer reading historical/ speculative fiction, adult romance, fantasy, MG, adventure, mystery, thrillers, or sci-fi. Sorry, but I'm allergic to any fiction about vampires or werewolves.Celeste Neumannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06121686507934885254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-80736799192521603922012-02-15T10:11:58.775-05:002012-02-15T10:11:58.775-05:00What an awesome idea!!
Name: Jess McKendry
Email...What an awesome idea!!<br /><br />Name: Jess McKendry<br /><br />Email: violingirl4036@gmail.com<br /><br />WiP: I've got a "finished" YA dystopian/sci-fi novel and I'm drafting a fantasy/action-adventure right now. My finished book is about a girl who has to pass four, possibly deadly tests to reach the most perfect place in the galaxy, the Crystal City.<br /><br />I'm looking for a long-term CP! Anyone who can give honest feedback would be great! I can handle harsh critiques!<br /><br />About Me: I'm fifteen years old and the #1 love of my life is writing! I like reading almost any genre, as long as the book is good!Jesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02000569858548717605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-41712592243077538212012-02-14T22:18:39.747-05:002012-02-14T22:18:39.747-05:00Name: E.Arroyo or you can find me at Chandara Writ...Name: E.Arroyo or you can find me at Chandara Writes<br />Email: elizabeth.arroyo5@gmail.com<br /><br />My current WIP: I'm working on a YA Sci-Fi Dystopian and YA Thriller. <br /><br />I'm looking for a Critique Partner. Someone who enjoys brainstorming sessions and can stomach drafts in all their gory, I mean, glory. <br /><br />Some info about me: I tend to look at big picture items--characterization, plot, etc. I enjoy reading YA fantasy, romance, dystopian, paranormal anything that moves me.E. Arroyohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06634213563563094173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-68728911458141783342012-02-14T16:48:40.583-05:002012-02-14T16:48:40.583-05:00Name: Carrie-Anne
E-mail: CarrieAnne79@yahoo.com
...Name: Carrie-Anne<br /><br />E-mail: CarrieAnne79@yahoo.com<br /><br />My current WIP: The third book in a contemporary historical fiction family saga (set from 1979-84), a modern retelling of sorts of Margaret Sidney's Phronsie Pepper. Everyone in Justine's family is so used to seeing and thinking of her as the precious family baby, whom they made so many sacrifices for, that they have a hard time accepting how she's grown up and is embarking on a serious relationship and starting her own household and family.<br /><br />Everything I write is 20th century historical fiction, though I have some soft sci-fi on hiatus.<br /><br />I'm looking for a critique partner or beta reader. I like critiquing that's constructive and builds up, instead of ONLY pointing out everything the critiquer doesn't like or takes issue with. I've got a rather old-fashioned writing style and authorial voice, I've discovered, since I've read more old books than current ones, so I want someone who can understand the place I'm coming from (e.g., slower pace, longer books, directly telling establishing information, etc.) instead of insisting only the modern way is correct. I want a critique that focuses on the big picture, not nitpicking things like longer paragraphs or what font I choose to use.<br /><br />Some info about me: My writing is very much the product of having read so much older literature. To me, it's normal to write a very long book, go at a slower pace, have dialogue that's longer than a few lines at a time, and directly tell the reader establishing information instead of making the reader guess or be left out of crucial information for understanding characters and the storyline.Carrie-Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05810154378449825641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-81290095610611608402012-02-14T14:42:18.647-05:002012-02-14T14:42:18.647-05:00Cool Idea I have contacted someone we will see wha...Cool Idea I have contacted someone we will see what happens with it :) Thanks for your support in the writing world!Author Joshua Hoythttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01256754228034053632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-81738901952290102012-02-14T09:45:41.425-05:002012-02-14T09:45:41.425-05:00What a great idea. Thank you for doing this.
Name...What a great idea. Thank you for doing this.<br /><br />Name: Jessica Salyer<br /><br />Email: JessicaLSalyer@gmail.com<br /><br />WIP: YA Paranormal/sci-fi. About half way done with first draft.<br /><br />Looking for: A CP who will give me honest and brutal opinions, re: plot, story, and grammer. Also someone to hold me accountable for deadlines. :)<br /><br />Info about me: This is my first time attempting to write a book, so I know I have a lot to learn. I work full time and have a family, needless to say I'm busy. I would like to find a long term CP and would be happy to critique their WIP in return.Jessica Salyerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00227752359369023249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-75265767489701597082012-02-14T01:30:27.913-05:002012-02-14T01:30:27.913-05:00Name: Doreen McGettigan
http://www.doreenmcgettiga...Name: Doreen McGettigan<br />http://www.doreenmcgettigan.com<br />doreenb8@verizon.net<br /><br />I am looking for beta readers and crit partners for a memoir, a non-fiction for ya and a childrens picture book. [details on my website]<br /><br />I enjoy reading most genres and would love to beta or critique.Doreen McGettiganhttp://www.doreenmcgettigan.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3380793708805406109.post-45082485577541400572012-02-13T23:05:26.878-05:002012-02-13T23:05:26.878-05:00All the best to those trying to match up. I know m...All the best to those trying to match up. I know my crit. partners are golden. I wish that for everyone.Leslie S. Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17122865337924270039noreply@blogger.com