Beta Policy

I endeavor to put my titles through three beta stages.

Beta Stage One means "Hot off the press—I've not even done the complete read-through yet." (Normal number of slots: 1) I edit as I write, so it's not a completely horrid draft, but it'll likely be particularly rough from the climax onward.

Beta Stage Two means it's pretty solid—I've done the read-through and related tweaks—but I still need some feedback. (Normal number of slots: 2) Depending on what's going on with life, this might or might not happen pretty fast after beta stage one.

Beta Stage Three means I think it's ready for proofreading, but I'm looking for a final reader opinion. (Normal number of slots: 1) Though if I know my beta at this stage is busy, I'll likely find another so I'm not handicapped if one or the other falls off the face of the planet. –_^

So please be aware: Any discrimination encountered if you request to be a beta for me is of the "I need a certain type of beta for this, right now" variety. I can only have a limited number of betas. Beyond the "I can't give all my work away" aspect, there's also the detail that I can only have in-depth discussions with so many people.

However, here's another note: If you want to beta-read for a project that has a slot currently filled, you can still contact me and ask. Tell me why you think you're a good choice. If you're something I'm looking for, I could end up opening another beta-reading slot for you.

I don't expect anybody to beta-read for me. I appreciate it if you do.

And if you do beta-read, please bear in mind that stopping mid-book and saying "I can't stand X" is a perfectly legitimate response. That kind of thing is helpful, even when what you can't stand is something I did on purpose, because it helps me make sure I target my market right.


Beta Openings

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