Beta Reading Service

Inkshard Publishing offers specialized beta reading services to polish your manuscript and gain valuable reader insights. We utilize Microsoft Word's Track Changes on OneDrive for seamless collaboration and clear communication.

Services Offered:

1. Beta Reading:

• Comprehensive Feedback:
  • Plot and Pacing: Assessing the flow of your story, identifying plot holes, and evaluating the effectiveness of pacing.
  • Character Development: Evaluating the believability and consistency of your characters, their motivations, and growth.
  • Worldbuilding (if applicable): Providing feedback on the coherence and effectiveness of your fictional world.
  • Dialogue: Assessing the naturalness and effectiveness of your dialogue.
  • Theme and Message: Evaluating the clarity and impact of your story's underlying themes.
  • Reader Engagement: Providing insights into how engaging and compelling your story is to the target audience.
  • Overall Impression: A summary of the reader's overall experience, including what resonated and what could be improved.
• Our beta readers provide in-depth feedback on various aspects of your manuscript, including:
• Targeted Feedback:
• You can specify areas you'd like your beta reader to focus on, such as character development, plot holes, or pacing.
• This ensures you receive feedback that is most relevant to your specific needs.
• Constructive Criticism:
• Our beta readers provide honest and constructive criticism, focusing on helping you improve your manuscript.

We prioritize providing feedback in a supportive and encouraging manner.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Microsoft Word Track Changes:
• All edits and comments are made using Microsoft Word's Track Changes feature.
• This allows authors to easily review and accept or reject changes.
• OneDrive Integration:
• Manuscripts are shared via OneDrive for real-time collaboration and easy access.
• This allows for clear and organized comment tracking.
• Communication:
• Open communication is encouraged.
• Questions are welcomed.

Pricing:

• Base Rate: $30 per 5,000 words.
• Example Price Breakdown:
• 5,000 words: $30
• 10,000 words: $60
• 15,000 words: $90
• 50,000 words: $300
• 100,000 words: $600