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Beta Reading

Welcome to my beta reading page. My unique style of beta reading is to offer inline comments throughout your text. I will make note of major story and plot elements, genre conventions, characters, relationships, pacing, prose and more. I will also make minor edits for spelling and grammar issues that I see on the way through!

If there are specific elements you want me to watch out for, feel free to let me know! I want to help you turn your story into its best possible self. 

Some important information:

- Please fill in the trial form below to see if my style is right for you

- All comments are made inline and no final report is provided

- Microsoft Word only

- Favoured genres: fantasy (all ages), sci-fi, action and adventure, romance

Testimonial - Tania Gold (Author)

I am incredibly grateful for the editing and beta reading work done by Shay Laurent. Her attention to detail and insightful suggestions have greatly improved my manuscript.

I am truly impressed with her ability to maintain the integrity of my voice while enhancing the overall readability and flow of the story.

Working with her has been a seamless experience, and I highly recommend her services to any author in need of a beta reader or editor.

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What's on Offer?

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Beta Reading

$3.00 AUD per 1000 Words

Minimum word count is 25 000 words. Please round up to the nearest thousand.

Discounts will apply for repeat customers!

Zoom Follow Up Consult

$30 for 30 minutes

Use this time to clarify any feedback you have been given if needed!

Email Follow Up Consult

$30 for 10 questions

Not a fan of Zoom? No problem! Use this option instead. Email 10 follow up questions you have and I will provide clarification and suggestions.

Discounted Follow Ups

$30 off for second reads

Need another read through following your edits? Get back in touch and I am happy to offer you a discounted rate.

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Free Trial

Submit the form below with your first 500 words attached and I will get back to you with a free sample of my work.

If we are a good fit, I will provide the password to the store where you can arrange payment.

“You don’t start out writing good stuff. You start out writing crap and thinking it’s good stuff, and then gradually you get better at it. That’s why I say one of the most valuable traits is persistence.”

Octavia E. Butler

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