I have never been a beta before, but I have recently decided to go into a career in publishing/editing. I felt like becoming a beta on here because it would be a great way to get experience in editing another writer's work. I am known as the punctuation police for my strictness for correct punctuation. I also view correct grammar as a must. br /br /br /



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I am not exactly sure how most betas edit their writers' work, but I will have my writer email me their work. Then I will print it out, and write on those sheets. Then I will scan them back into my computer and email the edited pieces back to the author. If there is something that the author needs to change in that plan, I am willing to try other things.br /br /br /



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I am also known for my great taste in imagery and descriptions of any kind, varying from the colors of the morning sky to the way a touch on a shoulder feels. I personally LOVE writing imagery, and am definitely willing to help in that field whenever possible.br /br /



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I would also like some advice from other betas or even other writers who know about good betas.

Two of my strengths most definitely are correct grammar and punctuation. At my school, I am constantly editing and proofreading my friends' work. I am always first to spot all of their mistakes grammatically. In my essays, I always get full points for grammar and conventions. br /br /br /



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I am also great at imagery and descriptions. I feel that I have a vocabulary, and thesaurus.com is my best friend. ;)br /br /



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Another strength of mine is my love for drama in stories. I am able to think of great ways to add drama to certain scenes, and can tell when such drama is needed.

My worst weakness in beta-ing is that I'm completely new to this. Although this is not my first time editing for other writers, this is my first time doing it for someone other than a friend or classmate. I also do not know how most people beta and what their styles are for editing.br /br /br /



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Also, I am young. I am only 16, but I feel like the best way to get ready for your future is to practice for it. I feel that this is my chance to practice, and if a writer is willing to take a chance with me, then I will be delighted to learn more!

I enjoy reading and writing stories in the romantic, fantasy, and dramatic genres. I prefer stories with K or T ratings.

I do not enjoy parodies or adventure stories. I do not wish to beta for any smut stories or lemons. I would not beta for an M story, unless it was tastefully done.

Play » Jekyll & Hyde Play » Les Misérables Play » Love Never Dies

Play » My Fair Lady Book » Phantom of the Opera Book » Pride and Prejudice

Play » RENT Play » Shakespeare Book » Twilight

Play » Wicked

Romance Drama

Poetry Fantasy

Hurt/Comfort