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The Beta Place
Currently with A LOT of clients a-waiting (apparently) - Beta Readers, take a look! THREAD TO BE REPOSTED SOON! CHECK YOUR PMs PLEASE.
Welcome to the Beta Place! Here, one can apply to be a beta reader, or apply to get a beta reader. An organised system that'll hopefully make things easier for people willing to help others with their fic, or people who want help with their fic - whether if it's for another set of eyes to proofread, or major improvements in their fic. And is a shameless copy of purple drake's one on Serebii with some changes XD. Now, all standard rules apply here including fanfic rules, of course, but also a few more: - All contact between beta readers and their 'clients' should be through PM and/or email, NOT in the thread. Yes, this goes for people asking someone to be their beta reader and vice versa. This is merely a place of reference, and for applying/submitting applications. - Emphasis on no spamming. Note from Astinus: This means no "thanking" bobandbill or Astinus when they approve your application. Let's keep this thread neat. - Don’t apply unless you’re serious about the story or being a beta-reader. By ‘serious’ I mean you’ve thought about it, you know where it’s going and/or know you’re going to stick with it. - Astinus and I have the right to refuse your submission to be a beta reader, if we think you may not be up to standard. We want people we are sure will help out others, not people who will do a limited job. - If you were waiting for a beta reader and got one, or you want to update your status, tell me and I'll update it here. - Beta readers have the right to refuse to beta a story if they have a reason for it. If said reason is they don't have time to take any more stories, they should however tell me or Astinus (preferably me) via PM about it, so we can update your information here. So, stick to those rules, people. General advice as well: - This thread is about guidance, so if you disagree with your mentor you can bring it up with them. Just be polite about it; remember, they are just trying to help you. - It is advisable to read over your work BEFORE you hand it over to the beta reader. Beta readers aren't a spell and grammar check, but real people (gasp!), so keep that in mind. In other words - don't hand in something that hasn't been run through a proof-read by yourself and a simple spell check to pick up on the simple mistakes (after all, that's what a spell check is for anyway) - Beta Readers want to be able to read your work without going mad. - Be patient. Beta readers have to take the time to help, so don’t pester them about when they’ll be done with your chapter. That said, if it’s been two weeks or something and you haven’t heard a word, then feel free to give them a poke. - On the flip side, if you a beta reader with a piece of writing ready to beta and it’s been a few days, and you KNOW it'll be a while yet in coming, warn your mentoree it might take a while. If you’re going away or you’re losing your Internet access, then let them know. - You CAN be a beta reader and also apply for one as well. We're not all perfect. :) Now that's over with, here we go with the applications. First, to be a beta reader. These are both for people to see your style of beta reading and all that jazz, and Astinus and I to see if you are acceptable or not. :) BETA READERS: Category: Genre specialty: Preferred method of contact: Examples of writing: Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Strengths/weaknesses (optional): Now, for what each one means... PLEASE READ! Spoiler:
Ok, now, to be a client. If you look at the list and already know who you want, and you contact them outside this thread, no worries. However, if you are undecided or want people to know you need a beta reader, use this application which should give the necessary information a beta reader may be interested in. :) CLIENTS: Title of Story: Fandom: Plot summary: Genre: Rating (PG, R, etc): Type of mentor needed: Writing sample of story: Other: (such as, how long you've been writing for, what you think your strengths and weaknesses in writing are - optional) Fandom refers to, for example, Pokemon, or others such as, say, Digimon. Genre - type of story - horror, Original Trainer, etc. Type of mentor refers to the category section - do you want a Comprehensive beta reader, or a Proofreader, and so forth. Writing sample - please include at least a few paragraphs of the story you want beta-reading. That about covers it, then. So remember, post to apply to be a beta reader, or a client (unless you know who you want to contact here, of course). Communicate between yourselves then via PM or E-mail, and then notify me so I can update your status. Get posting people! Currently - at least one Beta Reader in each category, and one client seeking a beta Reader - get to it! CURRENT LIST OF BETA READERS: Comprehensive Beta Readers: [Mentors who are pretty good at all aspects of fiction. Best for very new writers or anyone in need of general help.] Valentine (Also a Proofreader) - CLOSED Genre specialty: None in particular. I'd be happy to read and go over anything. Method of contact: PM for arrangement; e-mail ([email protected] , with your fic saved as a DOC or RTF attachment) once you're ready for me to go over your work. Thanks. Examples of writing: Most of my work on PC, LiveJournal, and FFNet has been indexed one way or another here. Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Neo Groudon (review also done in my beta style); Galactic Operation: Johto; Breaking Out; The Rivalry Strengths/weaknesses (optional): Spoiler:
Character Beta Readers: [Mentors skilled in character portrayal and development.] SilverSmeargleSplatter (Also a Plot Beta Reader) - OPEN Genre specialty: Romance Method of contact: PM Examples of writing: Just A Brother; Face Down; e1337 Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Lucas's Father; The lost island; The Tayla Journies Volume 1 Strengths/weaknesses: Spoiler:
iLike2EatPiez (Also a Plot Beta Reader) - OPEN Genre specialty: 'OT Fics and fics with Pokemon as the main characters are probably my specialties, but I can give pretty much anything a go.' Method of contact: PM Examples of writing: Team Relic's Story; Team Yukon's Story; Oneshot(FFC)-Abandoning the Dark Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Review of Supah Funk's Absol Tales. Review of iRawr-x's The Legend of Manaphy. Review of Fire Eagle's The Tale of Fire Eagle. Strengths/weaknesses: Spoiler:
Plot Beta Readers: [Mentors who can help with the development of plot twists, the story climax, and other problems with the storyline.] SilverSmeargleSplatter (Also a Character Beta Reader - see Character list for further details) - OPEN iLike2EatPiez (Also a Character Beta Reader - see Character list for further details) - OPEN Buoysel (Also a Grammar Beta Reader - see Grammar list for further details) - OPEN Hippy! (Also a Grammar Beta Reader) - OPEN Genre specialty: Adventure, horror, journey, thriller. No romance though. Preferred method of contact: PM Examples of writing: Absol tales, Iron man, Forever shall I be at your side (Not completed): Spoiler:
Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Reviews of Purplestealth's An awesome adventure, Reviews of Dark_Aero's Little bit longer, Reviews of lvl99rayquaza's Sinnoh guardians: rise of Blaze Strengths/weaknesses: Spoiler:
~Night - OPEN Genre specialty: I think I'm probably best in Romance, but I'll do any genre you ask. Preferred method of contact: PM Examples of writing: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=175103 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=145588 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=139881 Examples of reviews/beta-reports: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpos...56&postcount=2 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpos...00&postcount=2 Strengths/weaknesses: I'm good with spelling and coming up with vocabulary. My weakness is that I can't make chapters a whole lot longer. Grammar Beta Readers: [Mentors who can help with ironing out those pesky grammatical errors.] Blue Angel (Also a Language Beta Reader/Proofreader) - OPEN Genre specialty: Any, I am pretty flexible. But I am best with romance, comedy, fantasy, and journey fics (or at least deeply interested in tackling Fantasy) Method of contact: PM Examples of writing: N/A - although has unrevised and unposted story "Tear of Life". Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Review of Pokémon Ryan's Adventure Review of Sinnoh Saga Review of Your My Everything (PG-16) Strengths/weaknesses: Spoiler:
Buoysel (Also a Plot Beta Reader) - OPEN Genre specialty: None, I'll read anything. Preferred method of contact: PM Examples of writing: This Is Home, currently in production, but am "taking a break" aka Writer's Block. Examples of reviews/beta-reports: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=147648 Strengths/weaknesses: Strong in Plot, weak in Spelling Hippy! (Also a Plot Beta Reader - see Plot list for further details) - OPEN ShinjisLover (Also a Language Beta Reader) - OPEN Genre: Any Preferred method of contact: PM Examples of writing: Here is one from my Shaman King story: Spoiler:
And one from my Pokémon story: Spoiler:
Examples of reviews/beta-reports: http://dragonsky.forumotion.com/fanf...ginning-t6.htm http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/showthread.php?t=33779 Strengths/weaknesses: I procrastinate sometimes, but I'll do my best to work quickly and efficently. *Mira (Also a Proofreader) - OPEN Genre Specialty: I specialize in fantasy, though I will pretty much work on anything. Preferred Method of Contact: PM Examples of writing: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4385020&postcount=67 Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Third review down by LydiaB: http://www.youngwriterssociety.com/topic43545.html Seventh review down by LydiaB http://www.youngwriterssociety.com/topic42028.html Strengths/weaknesses: I sometimes have trouble drilling into the core of the story to critique (especially when it's the first part), though that typically gets better as I am more exposed to the story line. I also tend to be random, which can be either good or bad. ;) bobandbill (Also a Language/Proofreader Beta Reader - BACK-UP BETA READER) - 'CLOSED' (I contact clients) (approved by Astinus) Genre specialty: Any, but have mostly have done OT fics. Also do comedy. Preferred method of contact: PM for initial contact, send documents via e-mail though. Examples of writing: Check my sig - two banners link to my two stories. Examples of reviews/beta-reports: All three of these are reviews: 'Their Villainy Must Go On' 'An Everlasting Love' 'Stars' (link to another forum - sppf O_O) Strengths/weaknesses (optional): Spoiler:
Language Beta Readers: [Mentors who can help with the fine-tuning of language, including things such as description and dialogue.] Blue Angel (Also a Grammar Beta Reader and Proofreader- see Grammar list for further details) - OPEN bobandbill (Also a Grammar/Proofreader Beta Reader - see Grammar list for further details - BACK-UP BETA READER) - 'CLOSED' (I contact clients) ShinjisLover(Also a Grammar Beta Reader - see Grammar list for further details) - OPEN Proofreaders: [For the more experienced writers who need a second set of eyes and to offer a second opinion - usually aim to give a general overview of a work, but may focus on aspects the author particularly wants an opinion on or which they specialise in.] Blue Angel (Also a Grammar Beta Reader and Language Beta Reader- see Grammar list for further details) - OPEN bobandbill (Also a Grammar/Language Beta Reader - see Grammar list for further details - BACK-UP BETA READER) - OPEN Mira (Also a Grammar Beta Reader - Check that list for more info) - OPEN Valentine (Also a Comprehensive Beta Reader - check that list for more info) - CLOSED CLIENTS NEEDING BETA-READERS: drunk ¬_¬ - Seeking a Beta Reader Title of Story: The Prodigy Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: A typical Gary-Stu used to winning all his life finally meets defeat at the “Pro-Test”, and is unable to get his Pokémon trainer’s license. His life takes a bad turn and the once perfect Memo (that's his name) meets treason, drugs, prostitutes, fights, thievery, and becomes deeply entangled with some teams who are looking for monopoly of drug and Pokémon trafficking. Genre: Dark → OT (non-traditional) Rating: R for strong references, to drugs, murders and prostitution, as well as (non-graphic) sex and sexuality. Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive Beta Reader (I don’t consider myself a bad writer, but this is my first fanfic, and although it is a bit complicated, and mature, I don’t want to take my chances). Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: My first language is Spanish and I rely heavily on Microsoft Word’s spell-check, which I’ve heard isn’t such a good idea. Any kind of advice, or constructive criticism is gladly accepted. Please PM me if interested. Mira - Seeking a Beta Reader Title of Story: The Mind Fandom: Original Fiction Plot summary: This is the story of a fifteen-year-old girl named Sylvia who, after having been proven to be a Faerie, is sent to F.W.A. (Faerie Wing Academy) to have her Powers trained. After she receives her wings, she meets a woman who informs her that she is the next Mind Faerie: a Faerie born to be the guardian of the Light Faerie (the king or queen of their world). She learns that the Dark Faeries are on the move and are searching for the next Light Faerie. Sylvia is trained in her newfound Power in order to have the tools needed to protect the new Light Faerie. The only problem is, she doesn't know who it is. Genre: fantasy and perhaps action (Before you ask, this is not a romance novel. There's no romance until the second book and even then it is not the main component of the story.) Rating: PG for violence (maybe killing?) and perhaps some cussing, but otherwise G Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive? I don't really know which aspect I want to have it worked on specifically. My story just needs some general help. Any kind of mentor would be welcome. Writing sample of story: Check here: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4291432&postcount=53 Other: I don't currently have much of this story, but I'm still writing it. This is book one of The Silver Mark Trilogy. ShinjisLover - Seeking a Beta Reader Title of Story: . . . >.> Still thinkin' of one. Fandom: Pokémon (human adventures) Plot summary: A young trainer starts out her adventure with a rough, rough start. Her foster father, Kyo (Koga of Fuschia City), is of hardly any help to her. She tries to fight for justice, although cannot see the hypocrisy in her actions, as she treats her Pokémon terribly to aim for one goal: More power with which to destroy Roketto-Dan. And that's just the first two arcs. Genre: Tragedy, Romance, Action Rating: Probably R-ish for explicit violence, explicit adult themes, and language. Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive Writing samples: Check here. Pikalover10 - Seeking a Beta Reader Title of Story: PokeSpecial: Johto Journeys Fandom: Original Trainer Fanfic. Plot summary: A story about a young boy named Gold with the ambition to be just like his father. He goes on a journey with a Cyndaquil, just like his father and soon begins to realize something is happening in Johto and it is up to him, Crystal, and Silver. These three go on different journeys, but often run in to eachother. Genre: Journey, with a hint of Romance and Mystery. Rating: PG: 13 Type of mentor needed: Grammatical most likely... Writing sample of story: Check it here (character limit) Other: I've been writing outside of PC for about 2 to 2 in ahalf years...while writing in PC I have grown in writing quit alot and I am now thinking aout becoming a professional writer when I grow up I think my strengths in writing is description, and I am pretty sure my weakness is grammatical errors... *Abenti - Seeking a Beta Reader Title of Story: Pokemon Amber: The Untold Memoir Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: A prequel fic centering around the never seen, never named, only mentioned once in the anime father of Ash Ketchum set about 10 - 12 years before the anime starts. Anthony "Tony" Ketchum, an 18 year old trainer gets disowned after an argument and heads towards the Kanto region to take the journey that he had only planned on doing before. Along the way he gains a traveling companion as well as two other pokemon other than his his first one that he had aquired eight years prior. Genre: OT, Romance (due to the technicalities that the OT and companion falling in love/getting married by the end of the story). Rating: On the general whole I attempt to do PG or milder. Type of mentor needed: Plot, Comprehensive Writing sample of story: The chapters I have posted up are located at http://pkmn.sailorchristmas.com/stories.php Other: I've been writing/working on this particular fanfic for a few years, though I have had off and on fanfic writing for a number of years prior in the Sailor Moon fanfic department (though that's a whole different can of worms that I've yet to finish writing on). My greatest weaknesses writing wise would be plotlines (individually per chapter) and general overall follow through... More often than not I find myself not being able to follow through with a story idea once I find that I don't have someone to bounce ideas arround and/or get opinions or thoughts from. dream's-epilogue - Seeking a Plot Beta-reader (more specifically, one good with 'Concept & Flow') - post AND file here. Knyaz Vladimir - Seeking a Plot/Grammar Beta-reader - post here. Mizan Nix Zamnie - Seeking a Language/Grammar Beta-reader post here. ¡Chucho! - Seeking a Plot/Character Beta Reader - post here. *Giratina of Never-Turn-Back - Seeking a Plot Beta Reader/Proofreader - post here. *SkyBlue - Seeking a Plot/Character Beta Reader - post here. |
Applying for a beta position. I hope that I did this correctly. ^_^;
Incidentally, we could edit our profiles in the future, right? As in, if we decide to change categories. Or do we simply PM you for that? Catergory: Comprehensive (Or I try to be.) Genre specialty: None in particular. I'd be happy to read and go over anything. However, romance is my weakest genre. Preferred method of contact: E-mail ( [email protected] ), with your fic saved as a DOC in an attachment. Examples of writing: A Midsummer Knight's Dream Selling Everything Bloom My other work can be found here. Examples of reviews/beta-reports: If you don't mind external links, a few of my reviews from here and other sources: Arctic vs. Ash Breaking Out Cold Deaths Pokémon – Stats (Unfortunately, I try to keep betas private because, frankly, I know how people don't like to show off the original without the writer's consent. However, I will say that the one story that was actually posted after I betaed for it is Gary Stu's Unpredictable Adventure by icomeanon6.) Strengths/weaknesses (optional): I tend to be incredibly critical. While I guarantee you that I will try to be more polite than I am in reviews (*motions above*), I will still be straightforward (as in, without sugarcoating) and point out pretty much everything, especially if I think you haven't taken my advice from a previous chapter/version. In some senses, this is a strength because I'm thorough for your sake. In other senses, I may be caught up in details or repeat myself frequently. I also tend to procrastinate a lot, and I take at least a week per chapter. And then I get a little ticked if you try to rush me. So, if you want me to beta for you, you'll probably end up realizing how patient you actually are. On the positive side, I've spent a number of years studying both English lit and language arts. While this seems like I'm bragging, all I'm saying is most of my life right now is focused on studying the inner workings of literature and understanding how various parts of speech function. If given time, I can take apart a story (analyzing plot elements, characterization, and the little details) and its language (perspective, how language is used – even what certain words imply) to tell you whether or not it works. Not only that, but I have a fondness for applying research to writing, so I'd be able to tell you if your smaller details are logical as well. In other words, I just have training in this kind of thing, and I'd like to think I do a decent job applying what I've learned in the classroom to reviewing. |
I'm hoping I did this right. Heh.
Catergory: Character and Plot Genre specialty: Romance Preferred method of contact: Private Messages Examples of writing: Just A Brother Face Down e1337 Examples of reviews/beta-reports: It's not too often that I get to read something in my preferred genre, but review-wise: Lucas's Father The lost island The Tayla Journies Volume 1 Strengths/weaknesses (optional): I tend to be a bit harsh on OT fics, but of course, I didn't apply for that(I really have no problem reading them, either). I'm still a little harsh in general, but it's mainly to get my point across so I won't have to repeat myself. Also, time is going to be limited for this upcoming week with bandcamp starting, not to mention school in about three weeks. But even still, I tend to squeeze in my precious computer time, and it will get easier when I have a laptop handy. I'm also horrible with sci-fi-ish fics...or 'end of the world' fics. Stuff like that. I'm normally quite the procrastinator, but for the sake of helping an author, I'm willing to put it at the top of my to-do list. In writing a good number of romances, I know how they're supposed to flow. And then there's always what I see/am a part of in real life. Real inspiration is always helpful knowledge to have, whether you're writing on your own or helping someone else. Oh, I'm also going into my second year of CP English. Though I still have no clue what a predicate nominative is, I've pretty much got everything else. Spoiler:
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I'll be a beta-reader... If this application's okay.
Catergory: Plot/Character mainly. Genre specialty: OT Fics and fics with Pokemon as the main characters are probably my specialties, but I can give pretty much anything a go. Preferred method of contact: PM, definately. Examples of writing: Team Relic's Story Team Yukon's Story Oneshot(FFC)-Abandoning the Dark Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Review of Supah Funk's Absol Tales. Review of iRawr-x's The Legend of Manaphy. Review of Fire Eagle's The Tale of Fire Eagle. Strengths/weaknesses (optional): I tend to ignore grammar problems in my reviews, leaving those for others to point out and focusing strongly on the plot's issues. As such, I'm really not that skilled when it comes to going over grammar, but I consider one of my strengths to be presenting problems like believability, plot holes, emotion, and description in a clear way. When it comes to reviewing, I'm serious about constructive critisism. If the writer has trouble accepting critisism, I push to get them to understand why it is important. But, of course, if you're looking for a beta reader you probably won't have that problem. ;) |
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Anyway, you all passed. ;) Applications were how they should be, (and your answers for the strengths/weaknesses part will be quite helpful for those wanting to choose between two or more beta readers so they can see who is beta suited for them). And if one does make a mistake with the applications I'll just tell them if something important is missing, no worries. I've added all your details to the first post. External links are perfectly fine as well for the stories and reviews/betas. SS, you may want some better examples for your reviews, but I know you know what to do and all. Just that the 'clients' may be more impressed by impressive reviews. :) Quote:
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Hi, I am applying for a Beta Reader position.
Catergory: Language, Grammar, Proofreading (mainly the last two) Genre specialty: Any, I am pretty flexible. But I am best with romance, comedy, fantasy, and journey fics (or at least deeply interested in tackling Fantasy) Preferred method of contact: PM's Examples of writing: Still in production of "Tear of Life". If you want to read the unrevised/original version just ask me to PM it to you; Same if you want to read a sample of my romance writing Examples of reviews/beta-reports: The first one is me on an "angry" day :p - Spoiler:
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Strengths/weaknesses (optional): I used to write poetry; some of my descriptions utalize that - which is fitting for Romance especially - Feel free to tell me if I go overboard there :) |
Yep, Blue Angel, you are in. :) I might have to make it clearer that we don't care so much if you haven't actually written anything as long as yu can show you know how to review/beta, although if you do have some work we'd like to see it. :)
Well, we have four beta readers covering all types now. Get to it, you Beta-reader-needers, for lack of a better word! If you know who you want you can simply make contact with a beta reader here, or if you are not sure fill out the application and post it away. :) |
Er.. most of my reviews... actually all of them are in Serebii. So can I provide a link to them as an example?
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Yes, of course. Links for reviews can be from anywhere. :)
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I would like to be added to this list please.
Category: Grammar Genre specialty: Any, all though OT Fictionals are not my favorite. Preferred method of contact: PM Examples of writing: This Is Home, currently in production, but am "taking a break" aka Writer's Block. Examples of reviews/beta-reports: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=147648 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=3745303&postcount=22 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=3760578&postcount=12 Strengths Plot / Originality / Grammar weaknesses (optional): Spelling |
Buoysel, I've added you as a Grammer Beta Reader, but not the other two you requested - leastway, not yet. The link you gave for the reviews section had a few of your reviews and although they show you know how to find errors, I couldn't see anything relating to Plot, or anything else really to grant you a 'Comprehensive', which is basically for those who feel they can do so, and can beta (or review) on all aspects. Although I've only quickly glanced at your fic, it's more the reviews/beta reports that's being checked.
So I'm not adding you to those ATM, but if you were to PM me some other reviews and I see you can do the aforementioned on top of picking out mistakes, then I'll add you if I see fit. :) EDIT: Added you to Plot as well after the other reviews + story. |
I hope I'm doing this right...
Title of Story: PokeSenshi Fandom: Pokemon and Sailor Moon Plot summary: Kate is a not-so-ordinary girl who finds out she is a Sailor Senshi. Now she has to find others like her, defeat Team Rocket, stop the destruction of the world, and hope the guy she loves won't leave her to face this alone. Genre: Romance with some comedy. Rating (PG, R, etc): PG, maybe a tiny bit PG-13 Type of mentor needed: Character or plot. Writing sample of story: Close to Japan, there is a large island called Kyoso inhabited by Pokemon. There were no humans on this island until Team Rocket took over the island. The leader of Team Rocket was known to most as The Mistress. Team Rocket controlled everything: food stores, hospitals, etc. One day, they were doing tests on Eevees to see if they could make an Eevee be able to switch between all of its evolutions. They tried with two Eevee, but one could evolve into the Kanto and Sinnoh evolutions, the other into the Johto evolutions. Team Rocket was going to destroy them, but The Mistress decided to give them to her eldest son, Anthony, who was five at the time. The one that evolved into the Johto evolutions was in a pokeball with an A on it. The other was in a pokeball with a K on it. The special thing about the Kanto/Sinnoh Eevee was that it was a shiny Eevee, which meant each evolution would be the more valuable shiny form. Anthony was thrilled with the Eevees. He named the boy that evolved into Johto eeveelutions Andy. The Mistress decided to take Anthony to the hospital with her to make sure everything was running smoothly. She let him go wherever he wanted. Anthony went up to the second floor. Just as he passed Room 201, he heard someone sniffling. Curious, he peeked in. It was Kate, a girl about his age. Here's what had happened to Kate. Kate could read minds and could use aerokinesis. When she was three, her mother left her. Recently, she and her father were in a horrible accident, placing both in the hospital. Kate had overheard the nurses saying he wouldn't make it. That's why she was crying. Anthony also had telepathy. He thought, Why are you crying? Kate answered, My father is going to die. Anthony walked into the room. What's your name? he thought. Kate, she replied, and yours? I'm Anthony, he said. He went up to her, hugged her, and let her cry. Then he stepped back. "This is for you, Kate," Anthony said, taking out pokeball holding the Eevee that evolved into the Kanto/Sinnoh eeveelutions. Kate smiled. She grabbed a rose from a vase next to her. It had a little white band under the flower. "And this is for you, Anthony," Kate replied, handing him the flower. "To remember me by." Anthony left a little while later, after they had talked and agreed to be friends no matter what, even if they never saw each other again. Other: Nothing. |
Ok then, adding you to the list as seeking a Beta Reader.. First person wanting a Beta Reader making themselves known via here (although I know there've been others who haven't posted here...). You did it right, there (although next time keep bolding tot he options only, but minor and doesn't matter anyways). Remember to PM me when you've found a Beta Reader so I can update your status. :)
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I think I'm posting this correctly...
Title of story: Down the Beaten Path Fandom: Pokemon (weren't expecting that, were you?) Plot summary: After being left behind when all his friends were able to go to Pallet to recieve a pokemon from Professor Oak, Shane can now finally start his delayed pokemon journey. However, he soon finds out that not all things go as planned. Genre: OT, with some adventure aspects. Rating: PG, I assume. Type of rater needed: Probably plot or character. Writing sample: Spoiler:
Other: This is my first fic, and I know it's no where near perfect. I would like to get better at this type of thing, and think having a beta-reader would help. |
Yep, you did it right. Added you to the list. :)
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I'd like to replace the other story I have up there with this story, if that's okay.
Title of Story: Discovery of the Island Fandom: Pokemon with some Digimon Plot summary: Kate's father works with a renowned professor in Tokyo. The two of them have come up with a new invention: a portal to another world. Kate accidentally stumbles into the portal while playing Pokemon Platinum. She wakes up to find herself on an island inhabited by Pokemon. Kate finds her way out, but keeps going back to the Island, as something seems to draw her there. Genre: Humor (little romance as well) Rating (PG, R, etc): PG Type of mentor needed: Character and Plot Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: I just started this story, and it is the first in a trilogy. |
Is it okay to do this for an already posted story? I just wanted to see if I should fix anything before posting the next part. Sorry if this isn't okay.
Title of Story: Paradox Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: A scientist plans to trap Celebi, and when his plan succeeds, Celebi sends him to the future to see what he caused by trapping Celebi. Genre: Thriller with touches of comedy and horror. Rating: Pg-13 Type of mentor needed: Character Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: I've been writing for close to a year now, and this is my forst story to ever go public. |
Ok then, replaced that story, SailorShadow, as you asked. And added you too, Eternity. It's prefectly fine if it's a current story as well, BTW (but shall add that info in anyway, under 'Other' for the heck of it).
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Title of Story: The road to revenge
Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: Shane set's out to become a powerful pokemon trainer, to be able to get vengance. Genre: Action Rating (PG, R, etc): PG-13 Type of mentor needed: non specific, but grammar is a must (english isn't my mother language so I may make certain dumb mistakes, though I always try to make not that much mistakes.) Writing sample of story: Quote:
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Added. Remember to contact me (visitor messages or PMs work fine) when you have a Beta Reader.
EDIT: Merata has apparently already found a Beta reader - found out just now. And also - please keep communications with Beta Readers/clients out of the thread, but via PM/visitor messages/e-mail/other means, as they don't belong here. Don't want it to get cluttered, and part of the rules as well. |
In search of a Beta Reader
O'kay, time to apply for a Beta Reader. After I published the first entry of my fic, I asked for reviews so that I could know what to ask for here, and now that the first reviews came, it's time to take this one step further:rambo:. Let's see if I can fill the form right:
Title of Story: Elusive Goals Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: An experienced trainer gets an offer to join Team Rocket, but as a trial he is assigned the "menial" task of defeating another trainer who just happens to be a long lost, old friend of his. Genre: Original Trainer (yes I know everyone hates that), told from mid-ways, and with some suspense and thriller elements. Rating (PG, R, etc): PG-13, if I'm not mistaken (because of violence) Type of mentor needed: Grammar and Language mostly; anything else is also welcome. Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: Although I have been writing for some time, as I've written something for FF.net, I still have to fight some important deficiencies. The most important one is that I lack at colloquial usage of the language, idioms and modisms, having only a background on technical writing. Because of that my writing may seem to be too flamboyant or too "ornamented" with words, instead of using simpler words to express what I mean (thanks Xanthine for the tipping). Yes, English is not my mother language. That's why language tutoring is a must for me. I've already done my plot and character development, and I'm confident these are OK (I've worked them all over again), but of course I'm open to suggestions in those areas. Also I'm quite open to anything that helps me portray battles more realistically, because I'll have to write a lot of them. So here I stand... ready to learn :classic: |
Added you to the list. Yay for moar people.
(And quite detailed in the 'Other' section as well, which should be helpful getting across what help you need). :) EDIT: And already a Beta Reader found for solovino. (And if you find a beta reader, please tell me so I can update the list). |
Long app is long.
Need a beta this time. My old one got caught up in real life. ^_^;
Title of Story: Anima Ex Machina Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: When a meteor crash-lands in Hoenn, it unleashes onto the planet a species of parasitic pokémon that threatens all life on Earth. Meanwhile, a young pokémon researcher recruited to study the parasite finds himself involved in a lab accident that leaves him transformed and in the middle of the struggle between the alien invaders and several human organizations with their own agendas. Without any choice in the matter, he's forced to fight for the future of the planet, but is he the key to humankind's survival or a pawn for its destruction? Genre: Science-fiction, dark fic Rating (PG, R, etc): R (Blood, violence, torture, general disturbing images.) Type of mentor needed: Proofreader or comprehensive Writing sample of story: Current progress is here. Excerpt is the entirety of the prologue. Spoiler:
Other: I've been writing fanfiction for years, so I've tried my hardest to polish up the story before I submit it. However, I'm working with a lot of canon characters that I'm not used to using (particularly in the early chapters), so I'm a bit uncertain as to whether or not they're spot-on (or worse, if it sounds like I'm trying to hard and failing to get their characters right). Likewise, I have problems with phrasing and redundancy now and then, none of which I catch on my own. So, it'd be great if someone could look over my work and tell me if everything looks good. Also, yes, I like for my betas to be as thorough as they'd like. Shred my story if you have to. I'm very excited to be working with this kind of idea, so I may get too ahead of myself and fail to explain myself clearly. Stopping me and pointing out every problem -- logic, phrasing, what have you -- you have with a scene (in order to go, "Wait. That doesn't make any sense whatsoever.") will only help me. Additionally, concerning the position itself: If you sign up for this position, you've got to be thorough and active. Active especially because I'm currently working on chapter six, and my former beta got caught up with all kinds of real-life problems before he could finish chapter two. (As in, please don't take more than two weeks on one chapter. I know this sounds really picky, but I'm probably going to go fast until I decide to pay attention to my other projects. Don't worry; I'll always proofread before sending it to you to make your job easy.) Yes, you will have to go back and read the first two installments in order to avoid getting lost. (Sorry about that.) A taste for the genre is preferred but not required. My last beta was not a sci-fi fan, but this is going to be a long ride. Ergo, you'll want to be perfectly okay with sci-fi and, for that matter, violence. The excerpt should give you an idea of what level of violence we're talking about here. |
Ok then, added.
Remember - if you've found a beta reader, or you are one and took a client/want to be 'closed' for the time being - tell me so I can update your info and all. :) |
I wouldn't mind being a beta reader. :)
Category: Proofreader or Grammar. (Either one is okay.) Genre Specialty: Anything except romance. O.o Preferred Method of Contact: PM Examples of Writings: Johto Adventure(which nobody will comment to -__-), Angel Quest, Demons: Hidden Fire. (All stuck with writer's block. >.>) Examples of Reviews: Sadly, haven't got any. :( Strengths: Spelling & Grammar. Sorry about the no reviews thing, I just haven't got any. |
I could use some help, I think, or at least another pair of eyes.
Title of Story: Eon Chronicles Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: Two teenagers find a Latios and Latias and are swept into an epic fight between good and evil that has raged on for thousands of years. Genre: Fantasy, Action, Drama, Horror Rating (PG, R, etc): PG-13 Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive (hello Xanthine!) Writing sample of story (sorry it's so long...): Spoiler:
Other: What I really need is someone to come in and catch all of my mistakes, whether they be grammatical or plot-oriented. I also need a pacing check: I feel like the content of the story is slowly spiraling down into monotony and over-writing. I have reviewers, but I need someone that can basically come in, look at the story as a whole, and tell me how it's working. |
What if we're already a good ways into the story... say... 20 chapters?
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That's ok, I guess - but you'd have to mention that so the Beta Readers know, and the Beta Reader would then have to be willing to familarise themselves with those chapters as well, so they know what's going on... (and with your fic, there's a fair load going on :P)
(BTW - added you eariler already txteclipse, in case you haven't noticed). |
Category - Plot and Grammar
Genre specialty- Adventure, horror, journey, thriller. No romance though. Preferred method of contact - PM Examples of writing - Absol tales Iron man Forever shall I be at your side (Not completed) Spoiler:
Examples of reviews/beta-reports: - Review of Purplestealth's An awesome adventure Review of Dark_Aero's Little bit longer Review of lvl99rayquaza's Sinnoh guardians: rise of Blaze Strengths/weaknesses: I may be a little harsh, or just plain odd. I tend to review things in a way that gets the job done good, but not in an extremely professional way. Other than that, I do sometimes act impulsive. |
Added you, Hippy!, as a Grammar and Plot Beta Reader. Feel free to take anyone on now if you wish. :P
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Now I need a Beta reader for my new fic. O_O (The first chapter's not out yet, but you can check out the short prologue.)
Title: Land of Arecta: Wind Quest Fandom: The Song of the Lioness, The Immortals, The Circle of Magic, kinda like that... Plot: Renka(name not sure yet) wants to be a mage, so she enters the Lightvale(name not sure either) Academy, where they teach magic and fighting to to-be mages and warriors. However, you must be of nobility to be able to attend the school, so Renka disguises herself as a princess of a faraway land. Unfortunately, after half a year of useless training at the academy, she is forced to believe that her magic is not strong enough to be a mage. To make things worse, the princess she was disguised in suddenly appears on the academy's doorsteps. Renka is expelled from Lightvale, and decides to journey to the holy moutains of Heleos(once again, name not sure) to strengthen her magic. However, she is about to discover that her magic does not need strengthening at all. Genre: Fantasy Rating: G/PG-13 (There will be words like 'damn' and 'shut up'.) Type of Mentor Needed: Comprehensive (And also the kind that can find me some good names -__- Writing Sample of the Story: Rebekah turned back to her carpets, hanging each of them with care, so that the passer-bys could see them properly. She hung the last one, then gestured to her daughter. Renka kneeled down and took out a pile of thread from underneath the stall. She handed the pile to her mother, who took it and placed it on the counter. She carefully sorted out every color, until there were five, small, neat piles of red, blue, green, violet and black. Then, she closed her eyes and held out a hand. Her hand began to glow bright silver, and Renka watched silently was the threads began to curl, twist and knot themselves. When Rebekah reopened her eyes, there sat a thin braid of thread. She put on hand over it, muttered a few words, and the braid glowed bright silver. In seconds, the colors had arranged themselves into a pretty pattern. “That was magic, wasn’t it?” Renka asked abruptly. “Well, yes,” Rebekah answered, surprised by her daughter’s question. Renka had seen her do this many times, and had never questioned whether it was magical or not. |
Ok, adding you, Neiko Star. (Remember, get those reviews as well).
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I'm applying for the position of a beta client!
Title of Story: Mama's Boy Fandom: Well, Pokémon, and that's it Plot summary: A boy called Jack leaves to his trainer journey - and his mom tags along. His childhood friend, Mari, travels with the two and then there's also Lilian, the mysterious girl a couple of years older than Jack and Mari. Jack and Mari travel further and start to learn more things about Jack's dad and Mari's mom who both died in an explosion eight years ago - an explosion Jack's mom never talks about. As Lilian is revealed to be something completely different than she looked like, the mystery starts to unveil... Genre: Comedy, adventure, and mystery, with a tad of conspiracy in it Rating (PG, R, etc): Eh, well, I don't know. PG-13, maybe? Type of mentor needed: Someone for grammar, really, athough I'd prefer Xanthine because she's so darn thorough and frank with her criticism. I want to get better with my writing. If there's someone who wants to help me become a novelist one day, then feel free to say so! :laugh: Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: I've written stories since I was five years old, but I only started writing in English somewhere around last July. So, it's really the grammar that is my problem more than enything else. However, as I really plan on becoming a novelist, I need all the criticism and feedback I can get. So, any volunteers? |
Added, An-chan. Whoosh, 5 clients now... remember - if you find someone, tell me so I can update the list.
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Title of Story: This Time (Not 100% sure yet)
Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: A not so original trainer with the POV of a Pokémon who doesn't have the greatest of trainers. Genre: OT Rating (PG, R, etc): I’m not going to say that you have to be X years old to read my work, but it is intended for mature audiences. Type of mentor needed: Proof Reader, just another set of eyes, and someone to tell me if something is stupid. Writing sample of story: Part of Prologue Spoiler:
Other: Not my first attempt at writing, but hopefully will be my first completed project. |
Title of Story: The Chronicles of Lunari
Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: The story of a Young man Named Lunari, who lived in the world of Pokémon over 500 years ago. Genre: Fantasy Rating (PG, R, etc): PG-13 Type of mentor needed: I need help with grammar and the overall layout of the Fic, as well as help with progressing my Ideas. Writing sample of story: I kinda already posted the first chapter without much guidance, so perhaps you could check that - ://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=162009 Other: Well, This is my first fic, so I'll need quite a bit of guidance. |
The Prodigy --- hehe ¬_¬
Title of Story: The Prodigy
Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: A typical Gary-Stu used to winning all his life finally meets defeat at the “Pro-Test”, and is unable to get his Pokémon trainer’s license. His life takes a bad turn and the once perfect Memo (that's his name) meets treason, drugs, prostitutes, fights, thievery, and becomes deeply entangled with some teams who are looking for monopoly of drug and Pokémon trafficking. Genre: Dark → OT (non-traditional) Rating: R for strong references, to drugs, murders and prostitution, as well as (non-graphic) sex and sexuality. Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive Beta Reader (I don’t consider myself a bad writer, but this is my first fanfic, and although it is a bit complicated, and mature, I don’t want to take my chances). Writing sample of story: This is the beginning of my prologue, as I don’t want to completely give it away yet - Spoiler:
Other: My first language is Spanish and I rely heavily on Microsoft Word’s spell-check, which I’ve heard isn’t such a good idea. Any kind of advice, or constructive criticism is gladly accepted. Please PM me if interested. Spoiler:
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Added you, drunk. And don't worry about feeling like the form was like on to find a friend - beta readers are all the friends you need now. :P It's mostly though one can get all they information they will likely need striaght off, saving long convos before one decides if they'll take you on or not. And so forth.
I also added you days ago, JackorzKfnz, just didn't have the time to post confirmation as well and figured I could do so later like now. -_- IMPORTANT! IF YOU HAVE FOUND A BETA READER, TELL ME! |
Well, it's my first time in attempting at a fic, and I think I will need a tester of course XD
Title of Story: Mexican Chocolate Fandom: Pokemon, Pearlshipping Plot summary: Ash, Dawn, Brock, and Max decide to visit Pokemon-World Mexico after an exhausting journey in Sinnoh. However, they meet up with 2 antagonists, Pokemon Hunter J, and Humberto Valdez, a Mexican Outlaw. Both seeking the Orb of Nature to control the Ecosystem and nature, and thus, the world. The removal of the orb could cause a devastational current that could destroy the Sinnoh region. Now it is up to Ash, Dawn, Brock, and Max to stop them. Genre: Action, Comedy, Romance (in later stages), Real world mixture Rating : PG-13: Language, Mild Non-graphic Sexuality, Crude humor. Type of mentor needed: Character/Plot, Grammar Writing sample of story: (Watch out, long example. Half of one of my Prologues,) Spoiler:
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Title of Story: Don't have one yet. =P
Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: A secret organization, hidden by a popular business (Silph Co.), are allowing people to become half-human, half-Pokemon hybrids with a simple injection. A certain citizen doesn't like this and says it's unhuman, so he decides to hunt down every human/Pokemon hybrid and kill them. But, with the "treatment" becoming more and more popular, how will he possibly be able to kill them all? Genre: Action, Thriller, Suspense. Rating (PG, R, etc): PG15 or higher (for violence, language and gore) Type of mentor needed: Plot and Language Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
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Added you two. However, Kev XY, for the story sample I just linked to your post, as the forums insists that with it I've exceeded the character limit, even though a quick check seems to disprove that. But one can't argue with stubborn forums which think otherwise, apparently. >_< I might try again later though, but either way one will see it.
People, if you want to be Beta Reader, I'd advise signing up/offering your services, as there is a number of clients swamping the place in need of a Beta Reader... And if you are a client here and you get a Beta Reader, tell me so I won't worry as much. At this rate I may have to take a few on myself if they find me suitable and nobody else is available to take more on, as I don't want people waiting so long and might finally have time for it with school finishing up... but hopefully I won't be needed. If not, screw my own projects - this be serious business! -_- |
You can take me off the front page, bobandbill.
I contacted Buoysel and he helped me out. |
Done, Kev XY.
Anyways... I'm now a Beta Reader as well, people. After I got myself approved by Astinus, of course. I'm PMing a few of you, so if you want me to take you one, check your PMs. GGoing to take some of you who have been waiting a while, so that there are less clients waiting. Can't take you all on though. >_< (Six is WAY too much considering I have betas elsewhere as well. And some of you wouldn't fit my category as well - don't want to offer advice when someone can do a much better job of it... I'll play to my strengths). Anyways, my profile: bobandbill - Grammar/Language/Proofreader Beta Reader - BACK-UP BETA READER) - OPEN (approved by Astinus) Genre specialty: Any, but have mostly have done OT fics. Also do comedy. Preferred method of contact: PM for initial contact, send documents via e-mail though. Examples of writing: Check my sig - two banners link to my two stories. Examples of reviews/beta-reports: All three of these are reviews: 'Their Villainy Must Go On' 'An Everlasting Love' 'Stars' (link to another forum - sppf O_O) Strengths/weaknesses (optional): Spoiler:
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Title of Story: Spliced… version 3 (That version will be revised once my beta looks over it…)
Fandom: Pokémon, naturally Plot summary: Josephine’s brother threatens her livelihood in Kanto, so Professor Oak arranges for the fourteen year old red haired girl to travel to another region. Genre: Adventure/OT Rating (PG, R, etc): PG 13 (There’ll be words like ‘damn it’ and ‘bloody hell’ – but most of the obscenities will be uttered by Rowan, Josephine’s brother). Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive Writing sample of story: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=157056 Other: (I’ve been writing Pokémon fics since late 2005. I know that my strength is grammatical/spelling. My weaknesses tend to outbalance my strength, with them being plot, character, pace sometimes…) |
Title of Story: Pokemon Coordinator Journeys
Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: I am writting this fic all because I wanted to be a pokemon coordinator all my life. I always wondered what it would be like to enter Pokemon contests, and earn ribbons. If the pokemon world was real, and was the world we live in, I'd be a Pokemon Coordinator. This fic starts in Kanto. Yes, if you watched Battle Frontier you'd know there are contests in Kanto. My character Kairi travals around with a pokemon trainer called Sora. Sora wants to be a pokemon master, and Kairi wants to be a Master Coordinator just like her mother. No, this isn't a crossover of Kingdom Hearts and Pokemon I'm just using those names for oc Pokemon characters. Also this is an all oc trainer/coordinator fic, as this is based off of the games not the show,but the coordinator matches are still like the show though. Genre: Original Trainer/Original Coordinator Rating (PG, R, etc): PG13 Type of mentor needed: Proff read, plot read, and even though, the top says people don't do this, grammer and spelling is what I need help with the most. Could someone at least try, please Writing sample of story: Kairi had just turned 10 that morning. She was so excited. Today was going to be the day when she got her first pokemon, from Professor Oak. She couldn't wait. Kairi made up her bed, put on her favorite outfit, brushed her teeth and went downstairs to eat breakfast,"Good morning mom." "Good morning, Kairi dear," her mother said, looking up at her. Kairi sit down to eat a bowl of Cereal. "Kairi, I got you something at the Mart today for your journey," her mother told her as she watched her eat. "Really? What is it?" Kairi asked getting very excited. "It's a Pokegear. It has everything in it that you'll need on your journey. It has maps, of Kanto, Johto, Hoenn and Shinnoh. Plus it also displays the time for you, and it has a telephone as well. The best part is it, stores all your items and money in it." Her mother repiled. "Gee, thanks Mom." Kairi said, taking the pokegear, and straping it onto her arm. "This'll be a big help." "You better get going to Pallet Town or you'll be late getting your first pokemon," her mother reminded her. "Ok, bye mom." Kairi said. She Kissed her mother on the cheek and went outback to get her bicycle and ride to the harbor to take a ship to Kanto. Kairi pays for her ticket and gets on board the ship. She parked her bike in her room, and stood on the ship looking out over the water,'I can hardly wait till I get to Kanto.' She thought, grinning. As soon as she made it to the harbor, she rode her bicycle into Pallet Town. She walked up to the professor's door and knocked. He answered it,"Hi. I'm here for my first Pokemon." The Professor stared at her,"Ah, you must be Kairi. Come in, come in." The Professor led Kairi into the lab. He showed her all the starter choices. It was a hard choice but Kairi decided to go with the Pichu. She decided to let Pichu walk outside its ball with her, well ride in her bike basket anyway. The professor, gave her six pokeballs, and a pokedex, and sent her on her way. Kairi put Pichu in the bike basket, and checked her map,"Ok, Viridian City's that way." She got on her bike and peddled down Route 1. This is just the beginning her adventures with Pichu. Kairi hopes to make great friends and pokemon, and become a top coordinator like her mother. That all lies in the future for now. Other: Oh, this is a OC/OC pairing story. |
Added you two (more clients!). Hmm, maybe soon we'll have to advertise for more Beta Readers. -_-
Also, Konekodemon; your writing sample is in link form in the first post to your post (again the forums believe that with it I exceeded the character limit >_<). EDIT: Nevermind; just overcame it. And also, there IS a type of Beta reader for Grammar/Spelling - the Grammar Beta Reader. ^^ |
oh, there is, the rules said that that a beta's job isn't to check spelling and grammer, oh well, anyway I'll wait as long as I need to for my beta reader, cause it's worth it
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I got someone that says they'll do it for me
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Ah, fair enough then. In that case, Losst is correct - Betas will pick up on any grammar/spelling related mistakes and all - but it's hardly fair on them if you send something which clearly hasn't had much effort put into making it readable, or something in which the majority of mistakes can be fixed with a simple Spell/Grammar check. Simply a common courtesy, and Beta Readers aren't an alternative to a spell check. :)
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I do have major mistakes but I did try very hard, even though I have very bad mistakes in grammer and spelling
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- Grammar Genre specialty- Kanto-based OT fics Preferred method of contact - PM Examples of writing - http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4112565&postcount=5 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4129521&postcount=8 Examples of reviews/beta-reports: http://www.serebiiforums.com/showpost.php?p=4671977&postcount=23 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=3945340&postcount=2 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=3942593&postcount=3 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=3966907&postcount=32 |
So do you submit your chapters to your Beta-reader as you write it? (after they've done what they currently have of yours, of course ;))
Title of Story: The Mind Fandom: Original Fiction Plot summary: This is the story of a fifteen-year-old girl named Sylvia who, after having been proven to be a Faerie, is sent to F.W.A. (Faerie Wing Academy) to have her Powers trained. After she receives her wings, she meets a woman who informs her that she is the next Mind Faerie: a Faerie born to be the guardian of the Light Faerie (the king or queen of their world). She learns that the Dark Faeries are on the move and are searching for the next Light Faerie. Sylvia is trained in her newfound Power in order to have the tools needed to protect the new Light Faerie. The only problem is, she doesn't know who it is. Genre: fantasy and perhaps action (Before you ask, this is not a romance novel. There's no romance until the second book and even then it is not the main component of the story.) Rating: PG for violence (maybe killing?) and perhaps some cussing, but otherwise G Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive? I don't really know which aspect I want to have it worked on specifically. My story just needs some general help. Any kind of mentor would be welcome. Writing sample of story: This is just a part of the first chapter. Spoiler:
Other: I don't currently have much of this story, but I'm still writing it. This is book one of The Silver Mark Trilogy. |
Added you, Mira, to the first post. =) Generally, it goes that you send stuff by chapters whenever you're done, but some Beta Readers may prefer another method (say, by scenes?). So you may want to ask the Beta Reader when you get one, but generally it's by chapters.
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Applying for a Beta- Reader:
Title of Story: Mission: Find the Source of the Madness! Fandom: Original Ranger Fic Plot Summary: A Top Ranger tells the story of his first mission as a Top Ranger to the students at a school. Genre: Action, mystery, and a wee bit of romance Type of mentor needed: Grammatical for sure and possibly a little bit of help with making the plot make sense or make more sense. Writing Sample of Story: With Pidgeot’s incredible speed, we reached the main land in only fifteen minutes. It was pretty cool to see the port from that high up in the sky. It looked like a sleek strip of metal on the side of a huge mass of green. I saw many boats floating on top of the water near the port and a huge cruise liner leaving the harbor. As we began to descend I noticed that the “small strip of metal” was full of skyscrapers. This was a big port city. It had five light houses along the coast as well. I held tightly onto Kaleen, who had long since passed out, trying to keep her steady but it was definitely difficult with the speed we were going. Riolu also was holding on tight… to the top of my head. I could feel him shaking in fear. We began descending and I scanned the area for a hospital. I saw a tall skyscraper with hundreds of windows on each side and a giant red cross on the side. Other: I'm actually a ways into the story all ready but still would like it to be the best it can be. |
Added you, The Ebon Blade. =)
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I think I may as well apply for Beta Reader in the mean time
_________________________ Category: Grammar Language and plot Genre specialty: Pokemon and Sci-Fi. I do better with moderate lenght chapters Preferred method of contact: PM or E-mail. Download my Vcard Examples of writing: I have not publicized anything yet Examples of reviews/beta-reports: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4246368&postcount=2 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4280277&postcount=3 (long one) http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4275772&postcount=4 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4275759&postcount=2 Strengths/weaknesses (optional): Strenghts: Moderate Lenght Chapters Descriptions Use of Language. Weaknesses: Original Fan-fics if they are to be very "Mysterious" ________________________________ That's pretty much it. Please let me know by PM if acceptance was acquired. |
Is it okay if I also apply for getting a beta-reader?
Anyway, this is me applying for beta-reading for someone else! Category: Comprehensive Genre specialty: I work with any and all genres. Preferred method of contact: PM Examples of writing: Here is one from my Shaman King story: Spoiler:
And one from my Pokémon story: Spoiler:
Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Here we are! I can finally post links. ^_~ http://dragonsky.forumotion.com/fanfiction-f1/pokemon-new-generation-a-new-beginning-t6.htm http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/showthread.php?t=33779 I can't seem to find my other ones. . But, once you read that, you'll get a taste of how I beta/review. Strengths/weaknesses (optional): I procrastinate sometimes, but I'll do my best to work quickly and efficently. |
Added you, ShinjisLover, as a Grammar and Language Beta reader (told you via PM as well, btw).
And Dagzar, would prefer if you told me you found a beta rather than saying it by deleting your post - not as noticeable otherwise... :/ But anyway, updated that again. |
I am also applying as a client. I have three stories, all of which I will describe. Hopefully, since I saw nothing against this, this will be acceptable.
(Story #1) Title of Story: . . . >.> Still thinkin' of one. Fandom: Pokémon (human adventures) Plot summary: A young trainer starts out her adventure with a rough, rough start. Her foster father, Kyo (Koga of Fuschia City), is of hardly any help to her. She tries to fight for justice, although cannot see the hypocrisy in her actions, as she treats her Pokémon terribly to aim for one goal: More power with which to destroy Roketto-Dan. And that's just the first two arcs. Genre: Tragedy, Romance, Action Rating (PG, R, etc): Probably R-ish for explicit violence, explicit adult themes, and language. Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive Writing sample of story: (from the first few arcs in Kanto) Spoiler:
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Ehh... well, I suppose multiple stories are fine - but don't expect all of them by any means to be taken up then - others put up before you should probably end up getting priority before you get a second story taken up at the same time. That's up to the Beta Readers though.
Be sure your 2nd and 3rd stories aren't too extreme for this board as well, btw - might want to check the rules if fics around the R-rating are allowed. =/ |
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Title of Story: PokeSpecial: Johto Journeys Fandom: Original Trainer Fanfic. Plot summary: A story about a young boy named Gold with the ambition to be just like his father. He goes on a journey with a Cyndaquil, just like his father and soon begins to realize something is happening in Johto and it is up to him, Crystal, and Silver. These three go on different journeys, but often run in to eachother. Genre: Journey, with a hint of Romance and Mystery. Rating (PG, R, etc): PG: 13 Type of mentor needed: Grammatical most likely... Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: I've been writing outside of PC for about 2 to 2 in ahalf years...while writing in PC I have grown in writing quit alot and I am now thinking aout becoming a professional writer when I grow up:D I think my strengths in writing is description, and I am pretty sure my weakness is grammatical errors... |
Title of Story: Metal Coat
Fandom: Pokemon, not really falling into any particular category. Plot summary (I fail at these): When a Meowth and Raichu find a rather odd Magnemite washed up on a beach, they take him in; and he stays with them for quite a while. Around six months later, the evolved Persian drags along the other two (Raichu and Magneton now) to find Jirachi's Key, a wish-granting item. They (well, the Raichu and Persian)thought they saw it and found something much different - the Galaxy Key, which transports them all to a different dimension. This was a rather unfortunate turn of events for our Magneton pal, who suddenly looks much more familiar... Genre: Adventure, I suppose. xD Rating (PG, R, etc): Pretty much everyone. Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive, or beta-reader if there's nobody open in that position. Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: Metal Coat was my first story. My strong point is probably plots and characters - my weakness is making plot points string together in an orderly fashion. |
Added you Pikalover10 yesterday, and The Unchosen One today. =)
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- Grammar Genre specialty- Kanto-based OT fics Preferred method of contact - PM Examples of writing - http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpos...65&postcount=5 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpos...21&postcount=8 Examples of reviews/beta-reports: http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4346907&postcount=3 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4358001&postcount=41 |
Unfortunately, Astinus and I will have to decline, Tigrerra, although as I mentioned in the PM you asked for, not by much - take your time and try again keeping in mind the stuff raised there.
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Category: grammar, proof-reading Genre Specialty: I specialize in fantasy, though I will pretty much work on anything. Preferred Method of Contact: PM Examples of writing: A prologue. Could potentially have screwed up spacing, so I apologize. Spoiler:
This is an excerpt from the first chapter of one of my stories. This is slightly older, however, so there may be a few typos. Spoiler:
Examples of reviews/beta-reports: Are these allowed to be from other websites? Third review down by LydiaB: http://www.youngwriterssociety.com/topic43545.html Seventh review down by LydiaB http://www.youngwriterssociety.com/topic42028.html Strengths/weaknesses: I sometimes have trouble drilling into the core of the story to critique (especially when it's the first part), though that typically gets better as I am more exposed to the story line. I also tend to be random, which can be either good or bad ;) |
Mira, you're approved, and added to the first post. You can start taking on people. =)
Also decided to add links to everyone's profiles in the first post as well. And just under the character limit too, apparently. |
Title of Story: Pokemon Amber: The Untold Memoir
Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: A prequel fic centering around the never seen, never named, only mentioned once in the anime father of Ash Ketchum set about 10 - 12 years before the anime starts. Anthony "Tony" Ketchum, an 18 year old trainer gets disowned after an argument and heads towards the Kanto region to take the journey that he had only planned on doing before. Along the way he gains a traveling companion as well as two other pokemon other than his his first one that he had aquired eight years prior. Genre: OT, Romance (due to the technicalities that the OT and companion falling in love/getting married by the end of the story). Rating (PG, R, etc): On the general whole I attempt to do PG or milder. Type of mentor needed: Plot, Comprehensive Writing sample of story: The chapters I have posted up are located at http://pkmn.sailorchristmas.com/stories.php Other: I've been writing/working on this particular fanfic for a few years, though I have had off and on fanfic writing for a number of years prior in the Sailor Moon fanfic department (though that's a whole different can of worms that I've yet to finish writing on). My greatest weaknesses writing wise would be plotlines (individually per chapter) and general overall follow through... More often than not I find myself not being able to follow through with a story idea once I find that I don't have someone to bounce ideas arround and/or get opinions or thoughts from. |
Added you, Abenti. Also a reminder to people who have found beta Readers to tell me if that's the case, please...
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Are the beta readers here only for pokemon fanfics?
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I've rewritten the first chapter in standard format in the fiction section! Rewrite of 2 coming soon!
Title of Story: Dark Reflections: Kain's Saga Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: New Silver Isle is the intellectual's Eden; it is on this obscure isle that the greatest technology that shapes the world is born. The most brilliant minds in existence work here in secrecy, molding the world for the betterment of humanity. Yet this center of enlightenment has its darker side, as well; a young and hardworking scientist by the name of Dr. Kain R. Moriko falls asleep at work one stormy night, and awakens to a peculiar sight: he has somehow been transformed into a pokemon! Kain rushes to discover how and why he was transformed while trying to adjust to his new form. In the end, he and his new friends end up at odds with his former employer, but when a bloody incident from the company's past resurfaces, Kain is forced to question his own existence. Just who is he, and what exactly happened all those years ago...? Genre: Adventure, mystery, sci-fi Rating (PG, R, etc): PG13 Type of mentor needed: Concept & Flow Writing sample of story: (See attachment) Other: Well, this is my first time actually sharing my stories, so I need some help, just to make sure it's up to snuff. I don't want to post a story that no one'll like, so I just want someone to give my an idea of how it looks, and if there's anything I need to fix. My Strengths: I'm pretty good at compromise and "what if"'s; I can take a particular situation and write it out pretty decently. I'm also decent at characterization. I can do comedy pretty well, particularly sarcasm. My Weaknesses: Dialogue, hands down. That's why I'm using the script format; I have a very tough time writing out conventional dialogues, esp. if they are long or dry. When I do, they end up boring. |
I dont get it? :( Confusing!
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Added you, dream's-epilogue - only a link to your post though (character limits suck!).
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And basically - you can either just wait for someone to contact you, or simply contact the Beta Readers and ask them if they could beta you and all (hence their profiles in the first post - allows you to see their style and all, so you can choose who you want/who you think will be of help to your story and all). =) At any rate, I added you to the first post (once again - stupid apparent character limits....) |
Title of Story: The Eternal Warrior Saga!
Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: Neo, the warrior of darkness, has returned to Ectureak City as it's part of his way to Mt. Silver. He wants to train more before meeting some of his fellow members, but meets a childhood friend in his abandoned house. He decided to go with her to train, and after that, the adventure of Neo begins as he learns and trains to see Astinus, Exis, and the rest. Genre: OT, with Darkfic in the second one Rating (PG, R, etc): 7+ Type of mentor needed: Plot and Grammar Writing sample of story: This is from Chapter 11, not released as I post this. Spoiler:
Other: I worked over a month on my book, and I am new to writing. This is my first fanfiction and it's also the best one I wrote. Part of it takes several years in the past. |
Added.
(And hey - I put that quote in my sig first! =P) (Best way to extend the character limit ever!) |
Really? I just read through the Fanfiction Lounge and I just thought it was hilarious. Now if Xanthine did that, PC would have to give up Fan-fiction, right?
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Title of Story: Moonlight
Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: An Eevee/Glaceon is born, and these are some of her most treasured memories, because no matter how bad or good they were, they led to her greatest moment. Genre: friendship/bonding, sad story (one-shot) Rating (PG, R, etc): PG Type of mentor needed: Someone who can help me work out the boring parts, and that can make the story flow well. Also, please don't be nice when you give me advice. Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: I made my first story when I was in first grade and I have loved writing ever since. I wrote my first fanfiction here when I was nine and even though it was completely horrible, I now know that I want to be bestselling author when I grow up. |
Hum de dum. You are added. Dum de hum.
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I have a question: Do beta readers rewrite chapters or do they give suggestions?
Category - I'm pretty good with coming up with a plot for stories and using tone, though I can help with other things too Genre specialty- I think I'm probably best in Romance, but I'll do any genre you ask. Preferred method of contact - PM Examples of writing - http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=175103 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=145588 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showthread.php?t=139881 Examples of reviews/beta-reports: - http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4545556&postcount=2 http://www.pokecommunity.com/showpost.php?p=4561600&postcount=2 Strengths/weaknesses (optional): I'm good with spelling and coming up with vocabulary. My weakness is that I can't make chapters a whole lot longer. ~Night |
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*Has regained the ability to fully use PC on IE* Ok then - thanks for telling me, FlozenFlame, and ~Night, you're added as a Plot Beta Reader - feel free to take someone on. =)
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Title of Story: Wally Wood: A Hoenn Adventure
Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: Wally’s journey through Hoenn, collecting Gym Badges, stopping the ‘good’ Team Magma from covering the Earth in land, and finding a lot more than Pokemon. Based strongly off Pokemon Sapphire. Genre: Adventure/Action/Humor. I’m still on the fence about whether or not there should be romance. Rating (PG, R, etc): PG-13, most likely. Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive Writing sample of story: Other: I’ve been writing for about two years, and I still have a lot of room for improvement. This will be my first fanfiction, so I have no experience with stuff like this. I have most of an outline written, and I’m working on finishing the prologue. Once it’s done I’ll use it as the sample of my story. Sorry for not having it ready right now! I’ll have to say my weaknesses are my lack of confidence in writing and moving the story along. As I start writing more, I’ll probably uncover more weaknesses. I think I’m decent at spelling, grammar, and word choice. Thank you for reading! =] |
All right, lavitarsstealsouls. I'll add you to the first post.
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In need of a Beta Reader. My fic has way too many grammar and language mistakes like Valentine kindly pointed out. I'm not going to be active on PC starting tomorrow -exams *sigh* -so anyone who wants to Beta my fic please feel free to take at least two weeeks to Beta my fic. Oh by the way if you want to Beta my fic also do me a favour and PM bobandbill -about being my mentor/beta- because of my absence, Sorry if its not allowed or if it's being rude.
Here's the specifications for my fic Title of Story: Neo Groudon Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: A Groudon and a boy are genetically or physically fused together. Now they’re on a vague Quest to find out more about themselves, why they became like this and possibly become separated. There is also a mysterious electric Pokémon to the mix yet to be revealed. He is still pretty much confused and slightly naive always listening to what Groudon tells him to do but this develops over the story. Currently, the story is on a not-so-suspenseful cliff-hanger. Genre: Horror(because of blood), Science Fiction, Slight Humour(Sarcastic Groudon), debating whether there should be any romance. Rating (PG, R, etc): PG-13, I guess, obscene language, violence and blood Type of mentor needed: Language and Grammar (but don’t bug me on the plot unless necessary because it doesn’t all make sense in the beginning but will. Unless it’s really important) Writing sample of story: Excerpt from Chapter 5- Spoiler:
Other: I don’t think of myself as a bad writer I’ve been writing since I was 6. However, whenever I use the computer to write, my stories/fics come out shorter than intended and have more mistakes than when it’s handwritten. Besides, Valentine suggested I should get a Beta Reader to catch logic and comma mistakes. |
Added you, Neo Groudon. Humdedum the deed is done.
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Haha. Guess who's back in this thread for a second time? (My current beta has computer troubles that may or may not result in her needing to reformat her disc. ;_;)
Title of Story: Anima Ex Machina Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: A meteor crash-lands near Fortree City, unleashing a parasitic alien pokémon that threatens all life on Earth. Meanwhile, a mild-mannered pokémon researcher with a penchant for being in the wrong place at the wrong time finds himself caught up in a tangle between humanity and the alien entity itself. Literally. With a new body, powers he can't entirely control, and no choice in the matter, he's forced to team up with a former cop and a traumatized young girl to fight for the future of the planet, but is he the key to humankind's survival or a pawn for its destruction? Genre: Sci-fi, suspense, dark fic Rating (PG, R, etc): R Type of mentor needed: Proofreader, character, and/or grammar. Writing sample of story: From the unbetaed eleventh chapter: Spoiler:
Other: I've been writing fanfiction for a long while -- probably since 2000 or earlier. I can't entirely remember. The problems, however, lie in the fact that I sometimes don't notice the little things I do, like repeat myself or use one word when I actually mean its homophone. Likewise, I'm working with a lot of canon characters and science BSing in general, so I'll definitely need someone who can tell me not only whether or not a canon character (like Tracey) is recognizable but also whether or not my explanations and the things I'm doing actually make sense and are clear. The fic has eleven published chapters (counting a prologue) so far and can be read here. The only knowledge a beta I'm working with needs to really have is a basic knowledge of the games and anime as well as the storyline of the chapters thus far. (Yes, scientific know-how is not a requirement.) And if I'm not a nightmarish client enough, I also update on an erratic schedule but will promise to let you know before I send you a chapter that one is coming. |
Added you, Valentine. THE DEED IS DONE. =)
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Title of Story: Untitled
Fandom: Pokemon Plot summary: A Riolu from an alternate universe where Pokemon don't know moves arrives in Hoenn and needs to find a way to get back home. Genre: Heroic Fantasy, some Humor (I hope) Rating (PG, R, etc): PG Type of mentor needed: Plot and Character Writing sample of story: http://docs.google.com/View?id=dg45cd4x_9gghv7zf2 Other: I haven't written any Pokemon fanfics before. |
Added you to the list, Shadow Ralts.
And on below posts, AdvancedK9 had already found a Beta reader, so.. |
Ok, I'm gonna give this another shot. So I will probably need a Beta reader.
Title of Story: Magic42 Incorporated Fandom: Pokemon Canon Characters/Original Starting Trainer Plot summary: Ash and his friends meet up with a starting trainer named Mac. They suddenly realize some people start to act strangely in Kanto. When they find the cause of this is a popular soft drink called Croca-Cola they try to invade the main factory since most law forces can't do much, but they soon see the problem is one of Croca-Cola's ingredient providers, Magic42 Incorporated. And that company is damn powerful. Genre: Pearlshipping, Crude Humor, Rating (PG, R, etc): PG-13 (Language, Crude Humor, Slight Sexuality) Type of mentor needed: Comprehensive Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: I help and unofficially Beta another fic, I tried to write a few years ago, but apparently I had no skill for this. When my English teacher was being delighted with my story-writing, I decided to try fanfiction again. So that is what I am doing. I want to kick-start this fic before I start school on the 24th. |
I deleted this Beta preview.
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Title of Story: Blood of the Animals (BotA for short)
Fandom: Origianl fan-fiction Plot summary: Four teengaers who are heirs of the Kruhas, an ancient race who could transform into animals, must race to save the world from an evil tyrant and his blood-thirsty mistress. Genre: Horror with a bit of action. Rating (PG, R, etc): R for having a bit of everything. Type of mentor needed: Proof-Reader. Writing sample of story: Spoiler:
Other: I've been writing for five or so years but havn't really improved. I struggle with descrining and grammer so these are the areas I want to improve. |
Updeated into the list.
As for those still there, if you have already found someone to take you on, or are no longer seeking a Beta Reader... please notify me. |
Title of Story: Gold's Heart
Fandom: Pokémon Plot summary: So yeah, it's basically just an adventure around Johto. Loads of new things etc. though. Genre: Normal Pokémon genre? Adventure? Rating (PG, R, etc): It's Pokémon, hardly anything vulgar. Whatever all ages is :P. Type of mentor needed: Just a beta reader, someone to check each chapter over I guess. Writing sample of story: If you're interested PM me for this. Other: Been writing for a while I guess :/ |
*reappears from mini break*
Added you, Alice. =) *again motions for others to send him an update if their situation has changed* |
Could I change from seeking a comprehension beta-reader to seeking a Proof-Reader?
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