Beta Bio: general description as a beta reader
I've beta'd for various folks on this site whose work I admire or want to improve. If I feel you have a strong style but need spelling or other help, I'd be more than willing to lend a hand. If you've received any of my reviews or read any of my work, you probably have a handle on my style. |
My Strengths: beta, writing, or reading strengths
I tend not to try and re-write or change the voice of the work. I will point out serious problems, but I rarely change them unless you want me to. |
My Weaknesses: beta, writing, or reading weaknesses
See above. If you need drastic work, I'm not for you. |
Preferred: types of entries I prefer over others
I love romance, but action is fine too. I'm solid with lemons and often read M works. I'm 42 so there's no worries about shocking me or corrupting me with your lewdness. I shy from yaoi but don't detest it. If it's essential to your story and well done, I'll read it. |
Would Rather Not: types of entries I do not want to beta for
I DETEST pairings that involve children. I have two of my own and cling to the fantasy that they will make mature decisions and wait until they come of age. I can't beta anything involving an adult with a child. Grown ups who can't control themselves around children and fan fic writers who advocate such parings should speak with someone who was abused as a child until they understand the lifetime long effects of their actions. I know several if they need contacts (sadly true).
Rape or non-consensual scenes in which the victim falls for their perp or can recover with no lingering issues are likeness unwelcome. |