Beta Bio: general description as a beta reader
As a beta-reader, I tend to lean toward a more friendly approach; I won't jump down your throat if there is a problem with your story or tell you that it isn't worth posting - we all make mistakes and they CAN be fixed. All that I ask of someone wanting me to beta their story is that they are open to friendly criticism. I'm not here to shoot you down or crush your hopes; I'm here to help you improve upon your already existing work. |
My Strengths: beta, writing, or reading strengths
I feel pretty confident with characterization, especially in the Wicked (musical) and Star Wars (novels and movies) fandoms - I've been there a while and I know what I'm doing. Finding and fixing plot holes is my forte. Spelling comes pretty easy to me as well. |
My Weaknesses: beta, writing, or reading weaknesses
My main weakness is not knowing where to stick commas - I'm probably worse at it with my own fics, but I know there's room for improvement. (Plus, why use a comma when you could use a semi-colon?) |
Preferred: types of entries I prefer over others
I'll take any and all, though I admit to enjoying Wicked and RENT stoies more than others nowadays. As for Star Wars, post-ROTJ EU & Original Trilogy fics are the preferred - I won't turn down Prequel Trilogy or other EU fics, but I'm just not as knowledgeable about those characters. |
Would Rather Not: types of entries I do not want to beta for
I'd prefer not to beta fics with couples that involve pedophilia (Roy & Edward from FMA, for example) or Mark/Roger in the RENT fandom. While I'll beta any Wicked fan fic, I'll take a Gelphie over a Fiyeraba or Gloq any day. You also might not want me to proof fics that are rated M for sexual situations - I'm not against it, but I FAIL at writing that those types of scenes. Other than that, not much else bothers me.
IMPORTANT: If you feel that you have a good plot, regardless of the content, SUBMIT IT! Even if I don't care for the content or couple, chances are that if you've got a good plot going I'll go out of my way to beta it for you. |
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