A Writer, Beta-Reader, Founder of Travelogue LLC, & Neurodivergent Extraordinaire!
Beta-Reading & Developmental Editing for Fantasy Novels
Services
Offering specialized beta-reading and developmental editing services tailored for fantasy and romantasy authors. Get in-depth feedback on plot, character development, pacing, and reader engagement at a fixed rate, with a clear turnaround and consistent communication.
Reader Feedback Report
Price: $250 (manuscripts up to 80k words)
What's included: 3-5 page reader response letter covering overall impressions, what worked, what didn't, pacing issues, character consistency, plot holes, and emotional engagement.
Best for: Authors wanting a "reader's perspective" before revisions or querying.
Turnaround: 2 weeks
In - Depth Beta Read
Price: $450 (manuscripts up to 80k words)
What's included: Everything in "Reader Feedback Report" PLUS margin comments throughout the manuscript highlighting specific moments of confusion, strong scenes, questions that arose, and reader reactions
Best for: Authors who want detailed, scene-by-scene feedback on reader experience.
Turnaround: 3 weeks
Manuscript Evaluation
Price: $600 (manuscripts up to 80k words)
What's included: 8-12 page editorial letter analyzing story structure, character arcs, plot development, pacing, themes, voice, and marketability + 30-minute follow-up call to discuss revisions
Best for: Authors who need a roadmap for major revisions before line editing
Turnaround: 3-4 weeks
Full Developmental Edit
Price: $1,200 (manuscripts up to 80k words)
What's included: Everything in Package 3 PLUS detailed margin comments and suggestions throughout the manuscript on scene structure, dialogue, character motivation, and narrative flow + revision plan with prioritized action steps
Best for: Authors committed to a complete revision who want hands-on guidance
Turnaround: 4-6 weeks
My Promise to You:
Handing over your manuscript, whether it's fully finished or still in the process, can be incredibly vulnerable and can feel like you're offering up your firstborn to be slaughtered (bleak but accurate). I am here to promise several things:
1) No AI! As the argument grows that Creatives can use AI, I will be standing here, shouting at them to stop! Your manuscript or WIP will not be fed to an AI engine for feedback!
2) As a writer myself, I understand that most comments should be applicable! Meaning that my feedback, even if it is just my "reader" reaction, should be actionable and feel tangible, like you can do something with it.
3) I will get back to you (typically) within 24 hours, even on weekends (the only exceptions are when I am traveling, my responses might be delayed).
4) I am honest, I am not here to butter you up (nor tear you down), I am here to offer applicable, expert feedback (as an avid reader, researcher, and writer of the Fantasy/Romantasy genres.
Get a Quote
Want a free sample of what my beta-reading style will feel like before you commit? Send over a 300-500-word example of your work, and I'll send you my comments within a week!