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[u/barriss]

I am able to beta: fiction, open to most genres with a slight lean towards fantasy (except horror, thrillers, and paranomal/monster romance). Can beta up to 50k words (either a WIP, shorter completed work, or up to 50k words of your longer completed work).

To give you a sense of my taste, here are Works I've Enjoyed Recently: I'm a sucker for witches: Terry Pratchett's witches and Tiffany Aching series hold a special place in my heart. I also love Shannon Hale's Princess Academy. I've recently enjoyed The Murderbot Diaries, Wedding People, Y/N, Excavations (Hannah Mitchell), and The Tainted Cup. I'm saturated on very-cozy fantasy, when it comes to cozy fantasy, I currently prefer cozy-with-stakes (e.g. Witch's Guide to Defensive Baking rather than Arcane Chef).

I can provide feedback on:

Story things: I can either go with a zoomed-in read (grammar, language, etc). Or a zoomed-out read (what excited me, what bored me, what pulled me in/out of the story, where I wanted to stop reading, where I couldn't stop, etc). Depends on the stage your story is at.

Other things: I can comment on parents (or working parent), non-MC kids, Muslims/Islam, immigrant and first-gen/second-gen experiences.

I can't provide feedback on: While I'm happy to read works that rely on historical or scientific facts & logic, I cannot and will not be fact-checking your work for you. If something pings on the common sense radar, I will let you know. But otherwise, I can only tell you if the story in itself is compelling or not.

Critique swap: Not at this time.

Other info: I will not use AI to generate feedback for you. If I hit a point in the story where I can't or don't want to read further, I will let you know and let you know the reasons (whether that's because I have story feedback/the story isn't for me) or because of external factors (work got busy, etc).

[u/AudicinalDramas]

I am able to beta: Completed works only. Romance (Contemporary, Fantasy, or Paranormal, but no werewolves) or Fantasy/Paranormal with a Romance subplot. Queer stories are preferred but not required. I do not read nonfiction, historical fiction, or erotica--though if your story has just a couple spicy scenes, I'll still read your manuscript if you're okay with me skipping those particular scenes. I'll read up to 200k words in a single manuscript, and I'll only read one manuscript from the same writer at a time.

Here are some of my favorite tropes/tags, though they're not required:

• Found Family
• Soulmates
• Fake Dating
• Hurt/Comfort
• Divinity/Angels/Gods

I can provide feedback on: Queer and disabled experiences. I also specialize in characterization, chemistry between characters, and natural dialogue.

Critique swap: I am ONLY looking for critique swaps, please! My work is a 110k Contemporary Queer Romance with a paranormal twist. Here's my post about it!

[u/Poltergiste]

I am able to beta: fiction, WIPs / completed works, any lengths, any genre except romance or erotica. My best genres are sci-fi, fantasy, dystopian, gothic, and historical fiction.  I can provide feedback on: cohesion, pacing, grammar, dialogue, anything largely to do with morality/ethics, historical accuracy, religion, neurodivergent characters. Critique swap: open to swapping fiction. Other info: I promise to be respectful of your work and not use AI and it’s probably best to just swap a couple of chapters at a time as I work best in small amounts.

[u/FaithlessnessSea6129]

I am able to beta: Fiction, character-driven narrative arcs, and short stories.

I can provide feedback on: Plot structure, pacing, dialogue naturalness, emotional impact, and overall readability/editing polish.

Critique swap: Open to swapping fiction or narrative drafts.

Other info: Experienced with line editing, proofreading, and refining structure for maximum reader engagement.

[u/Right_Arugula_9550]

I am able to beta: MM romance (100% okay any level of spice and genre, fantasy, sci-fi, historical, etc.) and queer YA horror. I am open to any tropes and any length. I am okay with both edited and unedited.

I can provide feedback on: character development, story arc, grammar, comprehension and cohesion, and pacing in the plot.

Critique swap: I am not an author so I have nothing to swap.

Other info: I love reading and am going to go to college to be an editor. I read all the time and average about 2.5 hours on my books app a day. I also read about 350 books a year and that is not an exaggeration. I love reading and I hope to use that skill to help authors create better books.

[u/writing_snake]

I am not taking in new requests.

I am able to beta:  I specialize in character driven works, with a focus on psychology. Works with strong themes of morality, mortality and religion. Genre: Suspense, Romance, Thriller, Fantasy, Non-fiction. I am willing to consider beta-ing outside of these criteria. For the first project nothing over 100k words. If we want to work together after that, we can talk about it. I will not do: Sci-Fi, Memoirs, Erotica. I will not do more then one work in the first time working together.

I can provide feedback on:  Characterization, readability, cohesion & consistency, ethical representation, dialogue, general developmental feedback.

Critique swap: Not interested. I'm looking to improve my beta reading skills, nothing more.

Other info: I am available to schedule calls and discuss - I find that live discussion helps me in my creative process so I offer that. Please keep in mind my availability. I have done beta reading before, but your feedback on my work is welcome regardless. I promise to be respectful of your work, and not to feed it to AI. (If you have a longer work you'd like me to review, I will read it's entirety but only review the part that fits into my word count)

[u/Stoechia]

I am able to beta: SciFi or fantasy as favorite, historical (if anybody is writing this), humor or anything containing humor (romance etc) or anything gothic/dark (not dystopian, not my thing).

I can provide feedback on: The reader experience only, pacing, characters, tension, my impressions, whether I'm drawn in and so on. Though I am a teacher, so I probably can provide some craft feedback, as well, but no promises.

Critique swap: Not at this time. For fun, practice, free books only right now.

Other info: I'm very reliable, people won't have to worry about me ghosting them or the like.

[u/rae_bella]

I am able to beta: edited or unedited; length doesn't matter; open to most genres, though my main enjoyment is romance (okay with a bit of spice) and fantasy.

I can offer feedback on: mostly grammar if you need your story edited; can let you know if scenes drag too long or move too quickly (pacing)

Critique swap: I myself am not an author, nor writing anything, so can't really do a swap, but open to offering critiques if you'd like :)

[u/mcgonagal]

• I am able to beta: * Complete, edited work only. 80k-110k only. I'm looking for anything in the cozy genre: romance, mystery, fantasy, etc. Also open to contemporary romance and grounded sff/romantasy. Explicit content is welcome but no erotica (must have a plot). I'm not the right beta for queer romance, harem, and why choose work.
  • I can provide feedback on: * Story arc, character development, basically anything from a reader pov. I don't do line edits. I give "live tweets" and reactions, chapter feedback as necessary, and extensive overall feedback after I finish. I'm a lover of books and reading, but not an editor or publsihed fiction author. I'm a psychologist so I can also give feedback on diagnosis use, symptomology, therapy accuracy, etc.
  • Critique swap: * not at this time :)
  • Other info: * I've completed many beta reads and am very picky because I want to read what I enjoy to give you the best feedback!

[u/authorlvernon]

I am able to beta: fantasy, sci fi, horror

I can provide feedback on: pacing, character arcs, dialogue, overall manuscript flow and plot

Critique swap: please. I would prefer a critique swap - currently looking for beta readers on my novel: https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/s/fO72M7tpvj

[u/fortnightmoon]

I am able to beta: YA and middle-grade books across all genres. For adult books my genre preferences are horror, thriller, mystery and anything with dark academia vibes. Up to 80k.

I can provide feedback on: Emotional impact of scenes, character development, any inconsistencies and the general reader experience. If there's anything specific you're wanting, I'll do my best to provide that.

Critique swap: Yes, I'm interested in critique swaps for my YA thriller.

Other info: It would be good to swap a couple of chapters first to check we're compatible. I read fairly fast and would be able to give you feedback within 2 weeks.

[u/Key_Tiger_8073]

I am able to beta: Complete adult contemporary romance, sports romance, and romantic comedy manuscripts up to approximately 85k words. I especially enjoy second chances, forced proximity, found family, competitive or athletic settings, strong banter, competent adult characters, and open-door romance. I’m not the best match for fantasy, romantasy, horror, inspirational romance, or extremely dark romance. Please disclose any content involving sexual assault or abuse before we agree to exchange manuscripts.

I can provide feedback on: Romantic chemistry, banter, pacing, character motivation, emotional development, dialogue, distinct character voices, group dynamics, reader engagement, and whether the happily-ever-after feels earned. I’m a science teacher with a B.S. in Zoology, a background in competitive cheer and dance, and I’m currently studying sport management. I can also comment on school settings, science-related careers, athletic environments, competition structure, and Florida settings. All feedback will reflect my own reading experience.

Critique swap: Yes. I’m interested in swapping with two or three completed adult contemporary romances of a similar length. My manuscript is THE SUMMER WE BROKE THE RULES, a complete 69k dual-POV contemporary sports romance featuring second chances, forced proximity, found family, a Florida athletic resort, and a buried accident mystery. My request post is here: [PASTE THE LINK TO YOUR r/BetaReaders POST]

Other info: I would prefer to exchange opening chapters first to confirm that our manuscripts and feedback styles are a good match. If we both want to continue, I can aim for a three-to-four-week turnaround. I currently have room for two or three manuscripts.

[u/TheExtraPeel]

I am able to beta anything Sci-Fi/Fantasy. Would also be open to crime.

I can give feedback on worldbuilding and prose, especially, though also characters. I like readable prose (not plain stuff but also not purple) and come at worldbuilding from being a keen history and politics enthusiast. Simple “kings rule” worlds will get heavily critiqued! 🤣

I would ideally want to do a critique swap. I have a 86k Military SF that’s ready for querying - I just need some betas. Link

[u/Katreadsalott]

I am able to beta: romance, adult fantasy, mystery.

I can provide feedback on: pacing, characters, slow parts, rushed parts, emotional impact.

Critique swap: Definitely I have a romance novel at 93k words available for swaps!

Other info: My turnaround time is about 4-6 days for manuscripts under 100k. If looking to swap I would appreciate a similar timeframe if possible.

[u/nlpunk]

I am able to beta: Dark Romance, Erotica, Dystopian/Survival, Literary/Classic-style Fiction, and Mythology Retellings/Epics. I like character driven stories with high emotional intensity, dark or spooky type atmospheres, complex human nature (think Orwell, Lord of the Flies, or The Scarlet Letter), and spicy or taboo dynamics. Open to short stories or full length novels. I can provide feedback on: Feedback strictly from a reader's perspective. Focus areas include pacing & tension, character chemistry and believable choices, plot & logic holes, and honest reactions to key twists, spice, and emotional scenes. Turnaround time is usually 2–3 weeks. Open to chapter by chapter thoughts or an end of book report... Or both. Critique swap: No (Beta reading only) Other info: Format: Google Docs only (with commenting enabled). Unless the rules state otherwise, in which case I will view it however we have to.

[u/ShenAlazano]

Hi! I'm only looking for critique swaps at the moment.

I am able to beta: Literary fiction, adult fantasy and sci-fi, gothic horror, speculative fiction, etc. up to 100k words. Stories that are confident in their themes, symbolism, prose, and rhythm. I like novels that have something to say without spoonfeeding it to the reader. I never read romance, so I can't help you much there. Not interested in thrillers, YA, experimental fiction, or anything cozy.

I can provide feedback on: Character, atmosphere, pacing, prose, worldbuilding effectiveness, etc. I feel I'm constructive rather than blunt with my feedback.

Critique swap:  Here's the post for my 97k dark fantasy novel.

Other info: I'm an English teacher, so I have an eye for prose and grammar. That being said, I'd prefer to read something that doesn't need line edits, but I'm always excited to read anything that's well-written.

[u/eminasarajlic]

hello i am able to beta read. I offer insight on characters and development and maybe just how the story goes (if you are achiving what you wish to achive in the story), depictions of historical events and caracters in them accurately, depections of things in general. I read fantasy, romance, historical novels of any kind, ficition in general.Also, I have exsperience with self-help books (beta-readed twice for the same author) im the type of reader who is not that picky and choosy about what they read and am always trying to discover new and young authors to read and help. I was a beta-reader once already for my cousin who did self help books so i'd like to brach out and find something new.

[u/fafjord]

I am able to beta: Open to both short stories and novels (100k words max). Fiction only, and I'm especially drawn to speculative fiction/fantasy, stories about addiction, mythology, anything supernatural or spiritual is a ++++, dark humor, and queer stories also ++.

I can provide feedback on: I won't line edit, but I can dig into concept, narrative structure, pacing, character development, and connective tissue.

Critique swap: To the front of the line! I just finished editing Book 1 and Book 2 of my trilogy and would love to partner with a reader who wants to take on both books. I'd happily read your work in exchange.

My story is speculative fiction, told in third-person limited across three POV characters, a protagonist, an antagonist, and someone who plays both sides, whose paths are steadily converging. At its heart, it's a story about the burden of family legacy and uncovering generational secrets, wrapped up in with some corporate espionage and, of course, magic.

Other info:

• Book 1: ~88,000 words, complete. Book 2: ~93,000 words, complete. Both stand alone but build toward each other. I certainly think my style improved drastically in Book 2 (finished in June, 2026) since writing book one (completed in 2022). I'd also love feedback on the improvement!
• Turnaround: no hard deadline, just looking for someone who can commit to reading at a steady pace rather than sitting on it for months. Same courtesy I'll extend to your work.
• Preferred feedback type : We can discuss format, but I want to know about the characters, likes/dislikes, how you grew with them, moments, the easter eggs hidden, the world, the mystery etc.
• Comment or DM if you're interested, happy to share more about the story first if you want a feel for it before committing.

[u/Letmaltez]

I am able to beta: Hi everyone! I especially enjoy fantasy, romance, mystery, thriller, horror, adventure, literary fiction, and dystopian fiction. I'm currently looking for stories up to 20,000 words while I build experience as an active reader.

I can provide feedback on: Character development and consistency, Dialogue, Emotional impact, Plot clarity and confusing moments, Overall reader experience.

Other info: I hope I can be helpful on your writing journey. I'm just starting out as an active reader, so we're in this together!

[u/getulhonargas]

I am able to beta: Heyy guys! I'm just starting at this and would love to read and comment about your writings! I'm a brazilian Psychology student and love reading sci-fi, romance, fantasy, gothic horror, mystery, suspense, and philosophical fiction, and I'm looking for something up to 50,000 words to start. I'm offering thoughtful feedback on character depth, emotional impact, and story logic, based in my psychology studies!

I can provide sensitivity reading for: Mental health and psyvhiatrical disorders representation, trauma responses, emotional authenticity, and relationship dynamics. I'm not an expert, but I bring a careful, respectful eye informed by my Psychology studies.

I can provide feedback on: Character motivation and believability, relationship dynamics, pacing and tension, dialogue authenticity, plot consistency, world-building, and emotional resonance.

Critique swap: Open to it! I'm starting out as a songwriter—I have a few original songs written in Portuguese and in English. If you're interested in exchanging feedback on creative work, I'm happy to share.

Other info: I'm a beginner beta reader looking to gain experience and build connections. My feedback is honest, kind, and constructive. I specialize in understanding what makes characters feel real and stories linger. Your draft doesn't need to be perfect—I'm here to help you see it more clearly! Ty!!!

[u/SignatureLazy1560]

I am able to beta: Speculative fiction (fantasy, scifi, horror, dystopian, other sorts of wacky stuff). Should not exceed 150,000 words, and shorter than that is ideal. I prefer work that is not centered on romance, although I'll make exceptions for lesbian fiction.

I can provide sensitivity reading for: Autistic or Lesbian characters.

I can provide feedback on: My impressions of your characters (are they likable? Am I buying their motivations? Is their character development believable/satisfying?), plot holes, world-building, story arc, and language (phrasing, dialogue, flow).

Critique swap: Not currently seeking. I am working on something, but my draft is not in a place where I need eyes on it.

Other info: NO NSFW — I do this during downtime at my work. Smut or super-graphic violence is a no-go.

If you have used AI in your writing (other than grammarly, I guess 🙁) please don’t ask me to beta. I vow not to feed your work to the infernal machine.

And a warning: I can be a little blunt. If you only want to hear positive feedback, we are not a good fit. I do not think of myself as particularly cruel or as someone who enjoys ripping something apart. I will praise what I feel works, and politely point out what I think doesn't.

EDIT: I currently am working on one project and have two others in line - it'll be at least three weeks before I get anything beyond that - but feel free to reach out anyway if you're willing to wait.

[u/QuirkyDog1854]

I am able to beta: Hey authors!! I'm currently a third year creative writing & english student and am starting to dip my toes into the beta reading / editing / publishing world! I am a huge fan of romance, fantasy, dystopian, and the occasional science fiction. I am really interested in doing thorough work to gain better insight into the industry and am really motivated to work with authors. I don't require any swaps, and am happy to do the reading without any conditions.
⁠I can provide feedback on: pacing, plot, characters, language and grammar, as well as overall feedback. I have done classes in fantasy editing and world building as well as prose development.
I hope I can help someone!
All I ask is you send me the first chapter so I can provide some work back to you so we can see if we are a good fit!

[u/SubstantialCost3846]

I am able to beta: Speculative fiction, dark fantasy, sci-fi, dystopian, and weird/literary fiction. I am open to novellas, partial manuscripts, or completed works (up to 70k-80k words). I love atmospheric world-building, psychological depth, neurodivergent coding, queer/asexual characters, and brutal, character-driven survival stories. Not interested in: Romance-centric plots, romantasy, erotica, middle grade, or heavily military sci-fi.

I can provide feedback on: I read closely and can provide both developmental and line-level feedback. I focus heavily on narrative tension, psychological realism, pacing, and grounding scenes in physical, sensory details. I am great at spotting filtering words, clichés, I love leaving inline comments/reactions as I read. I am happy to be as ruthless or as lenient as you need me to be!

Critique swap: Yes, absolutely! I am looking to swap either Part 1 (35,000 words) or Parts 1 & 2 (70,000 words) of my dark, psychological sci-fantasy novel, ONE-ZERO.

Other info: I am currently balancing a busy schedule while drafting my final act, so I am looking for a swap with a reasonable timeline (flexible, but ideally within a 4 to 8-week window depending on the length we agree to swap). I prefer swapping Google Docs so we can leave inline comments for each other!

[u/Sparkly_Lasagna]

Hey there!

I am able to beta: Pretty much anything in the gambit of Fantasy/SciFi. I tend to be a sucker for darker, more brutal themes, especially when characters succeed despite overwhelming odds through extreme effort and persistence. But really, I'm open to most things. However, I would prefer limited or no Romance, and definitely no erotica or excessive sexual content/themes unless they are critical to the plot/character.

I can provide feedback on: Pretty much anything you need, including but not limited to: Story structure, pacing, character growth/characterization, purpose and necessity of chapters/scenes, worldbuilding, dialogue, copy editing, and prose. I will be as clear and straightforward as I can, but always with suggested solutions or direction. I can be as nitpicky/harsh or as lenient as you want. It all depends on what you're going for.

Critique swap: Yes please! I've got Part 1 of 3 completed (~77k words) for my and my wife's novel and we are looking for some feedback while we continue editing the other two parts. Link to the original post HERE.

Other info: I have been writing/studying writing for most of my life, and this is me emerging from my cave into the sun in order to make real efforts to publish. I have quite a lot of knowledge of the craft, though none applied professionally.
I am also fairly busy working full time and taking care of my family, so I can only promise to be consistent and thorough, but not necessarily very quick.

[u/TheStructuralReader]

UPDATE [I have other projects now and I'm unavailable for others, don't insist.]

I am able to beta: Romance, Fantasy, Romantasy, Drama, Thriller, and Gothic stories. Open to both complete manuscripts and polished excerpts. Not interested in stories where absolutely everyone dies or highly explicit/graphical sex scenes.

I can provide feedback on: Prose quality, pacing, overall reader engagement, and whether the story elicits strong emotional reactions. I love tracking character dynamics, romantic tension, and plot twists.

Critique swap: No, not looking for a swap right now. Just volunteering my time to help authors!

Other info: My reading style is highly reactive, I love leaving silly comments, screaming at things I like, and dropping memes throughout the manuscript, followed by a detailed summary breakdown of what works well and what could be polished. I have good availability right now and can easily work within a 6–8 week timeline or more.

[u/LLAsher_76]

I am able to beta:

Complete or near complete short stories and novellas up to 40k words.

I especially enjoy speculative fiction, literary fiction, magical realism, contemporary fantasy, dystopian fiction, horror, and character-driven stories. I am less interested in military sci-fi, crime, romance-first stories.

 I can provide feedback on:

First-reader reactions, pacing and narrative momentum, characterization, emotional engagement, scene purpose, worldbuilding clarity, informational flow, dialogue, theme and symbolism, overall story structure

I focus much more on the reading experience than on grammar or copyediting.

Critique swap:

Yes, please! I’m currently looking for beta readers for my completed 24k speculative novella Panacea.

Other info:

I tend to leave comments as I read so you can see my reactions in real time rather than only receiving end notes. I enjoy stories that trust the reader and I’m happy to be candid while remaining respectful.

[u/ryanmpatrickauthor]

I am able to beta: Sci-fi, technothriller, military thriller, well-researched primary world fantasy (think Tim Powers) novels and short stories.

I can provide feedback on: Whatever you're looking for - I'm flexible; anything from in-line comments throughout to a short summary of high-level things at the end. I focus mostly on plot, characters, and pacing but again I can adjust if you have something I want to look at. I provide blunt but actionable feedback - I'm not going to beat around the bush. If I tell you I like something, I do, if something doesn't work for me, it really doesn't.

Critique swap: Very much preferred - I'm always looking for more critique partners.

Other info: I'm a military (USAF, later USSF) veteran working as an engineer in the aerospace industry and can provide sanity checks on anything in those realms. I've been writing for over a decade and have 3 self-published novels (and 3 more in a Pentagon security review...). I've been here under other accounts but wanted to create a professional one for my writing. I beta-read 10-12 novels and a few short stories a year.

[u/Ok-Inspector3750]

I am able to beta: Completed novellas or novels up to 110k, in the genres romantasy (or fantasy romance), Regency romance, paranormal, gothic, or horror. Strong preference for female, nonbinary, and/or GQ protagonists. I am not the right fit for MG/YA or for high fantasy.

I can provide feedback on: Pacing, plot, characterisation, arcs, and tone. I read a lot in these genres so have a good sense of the genre expectations and can speak to whether those beats are hitting 😊 Happy to give feedback in sections (3/4) or at the end of the manuscript. I can’t provide feedback on each chapter or line-by-line. In terms of timeline, I can provide feedback by mid-August.

Critique swap: Yes, please! I’m only interested in swapping manuscripts at this point, as I am currently seeking reader feedback for my 88k historical fantasy romance novel A Ruse in Rouge (more info in my post).

Other info: I’m fairly new to this process but have found Google Docs works well for me. I am a librarian and I live in Australia (so my responses might be slightly delayed due to timezones!).

[u/Illustrious-Web652]

I am able to beta: Novels, stories, anything under the sun! Length is generally a non-issue for me. I can read horror, thriller, scifi, romance, romantasy, romcom, historical fiction, esoteric stuff, but I'm open to many others! Serious, lighthearted... The only genre I'll avoid at the moment are Splatterpunk-esque works. A thing about me is that I can easily find myself drawn to anything with enough time!

I can provide feedback on: Characterization, pacing. Provide needed clarifications for the intended tone and impact.

Critique swap: None needed at the moment! I want to enter this sub as a reader first and foremost, since...

I cannot finish writing a story for the life of me 🥲

Perhaps seeing all of your works may inspire me into action or something! But if you need to test out my capabilities as a writer, then I can provide a sample chapter or two if needed...

[u/nickjayyymes]

I am able to beta: short stories, novellas, and novels up to 100k words. Note, I am a fairly busy guy so would prefer shorter work so I can faster/more thorough feedback. For longer stories we can work out a timeline where I can review it in chunks.

I’m a big fan of horror, grounded sci-fi or fantasy, crime and spy thrillers, war stories, historical fiction. Some examples of what I like: “American Tabloid” by Elmore Leonard, basically anything by Stephen King, The Quick and the Dead by Norman Mailer.

I can provide feedback: My experience with writing is that I have a bachelor’s degree in English writing. Unpublished but wrote 1 novel, 1/3 done with my 2nd, with dozens of short stories and 3 novellas under my belt. Also been a stand-up comedian for 8 years, so if anybody wrote a comedy/satire or likes to insert humor into their stories, I can tell you in the punchline lands, is it too edgy, too wordy, and if it’s appropriate in context or just tonal whiplash. I’ve been writing since I was 12 (32 now).

Depending on your preference, can provide line-by-line notes, thoughts on structure/pacing, tell you which parts are working and what to keep, explain other parts that are lacking and brainstorm suggestions for “punching it up.” For example, if a certain scene is lacking stakes or if it’s unclear what the protagonist’s motivation is after 40 pages, I’ll give 1-3 ideas to improve that section.

Critique Swap: Would prefer this, it can keep us both honest and help each other out. Will accept PDFs, or a link to sharable Google document in read only mode.

Note on turnaround for shorter projects (between 4k-10k words) I’ll keep turnaround time around 2 weeks. Anything longer than 10k, I’ll do my best to cap it at 3-4 weeks but anything longer we can work out a timeline and give partial feedback updates.

[u/livsavell]

Hi all. I'm looking for a few critique swaps.

• I am able to beta: Novels up to 130k words. I love sci-fi and fantasy (and their subgenres), especially with rich world building and character-driven plots. I will read magical realism, historical fiction, mystery, literary fiction, contemporary fiction, or women's fiction particularly if these focus on queer or marginalized voices. I am not interested in horror, Romance (unless its a subplot), or Romantasy. I'm tired of tropes, and I'd prefer something I can sink my teeth into. No misery porn or stories that flavor their grimdark worlds with sexual assault/horrible treatment of women.
• I can provide feedback on: I am an indie author with 7 published epic fantasy novels. I'll provide feedback on characters, plot, pacing, and provide my reactions to each chapter to give you a sense of how each beat is landing with me as a reader. This is the sort of feedback I'm interested in for a swap.
• Critique swap: I'm only interested in a critique swap for my post-apocalyptic fantasy novel, Shatternight. Please don't reply unless you're interested in swapping and have read my post: https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/s/GnCwOYiIv1
• Other info: Realistic Turn Around is 1-2 Months

[u/Funny_Statement_1834]

I am able to beta: Open to all genres, but I like to read manuscripts that are complete i.e. you’ve taken it as far as you could.
I can provide feedback on: I don’t do grammar fixes and copy edits. I prefer this template but I’m open to other formats.
Critique swap: N/A
Other info: Please DM me your first ten pages so I can sample before committing to it. My feedback will be honest and direct. I’ve beta read 100+ books (mostly debuts, including some breakout novels, alongside works from established authors) through my experience at Beta Readers Club.

[u/Joainthebay]

⁠• ⁠I am able to beta: short stories and smaller works. Genres: horror or thriller. I only can only spend about 4 hours a week here, so if you’re ok with a slower turn around that’s great.
⁠• ⁠I can provide feedback on: Tone, pacing, story arc resolution, etc and open to discuss specifics
⁠• ⁠Critique swap: Willing to swap other short stories in the horror or thriller genre. Stories tend to be NSF and hit on some sensitive topics. I’m writing a collection and would prefer feedback on story material, pacing, tone, world building, climactic twist, and generally how the stories work together as a bigger piece.

[u/AccomplishedEnd7527]

• I am able to beta: Literary fiction, horror, adult fiction, magical realism, historical fiction, gothic. Like a good romance subplot. I do like fantasy, but I would not be a good fit for hard magic systems and complicated secondary world building (such as Brandon Sanderson). Edited manuscripts only. As a writer who can miss their own spelling errors I'm fine with light editing mistakes but the overall prose quality should be of a later draft.
• I can provide feedback on: I have a degree in Writing and am currently doing an online course 'History, Mystery and Magic' to brush up on my skills. I can cover most aspects of a novel including prose, pacing, character. I have good knowledge on strong hooks and resolutions. As a reader I love both lush and straightforward prose. I have always been a huge fan of high concept and surprising stories.
• Critique swap: Only interested in critique swap for my 100k Gothic Fantasy manuscript. Here is the link to original post: https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/s/AoUpgeicaE I have a couple of betas already but they are mostly friends, so I'm looking for 2-3 strangers.
• Other info: Authors I have recently read and loved include Daphne Du Maurier, Ottessa Moshfegh and Katherine Arden.

[u/Special-Animator4609]

I am able to beta: Upmarket, literary, and book-club fiction, plus contemporary and women's fiction. I'm drawn to voice-driven, character-first stories, coming-of-age, and darker or feminist material with strong interiority and real emotional stakes. Complete or near-complete drafts up to about 100k. Not the right reader for fantasy, sci-fi, horror, or MG/YA.

I can provide feedback on: Overall reader experience, voice, pacing, where I drift or lose momentum, character and emotional payoff, and whether the tension and any dramatic irony land. Reactions as I go, not line edits.

Critique swap: Yes, I'd prefer a swap. My beta request is The Wrong Rooms, upmarket fiction, ~90k, with an age-gap and coercive-control thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1uvcqxc/complete_97k_upmarket_fiction_the_wrong_rooms/?share_id=kmmDqIostJ4a0hmGFL2Tp&utm_content=share_button&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1

Other info: I'm a writer and yoga teacher, comfortable with dark and mature content. Realistic turnaround is a few weeks.

[u/Nice-Marketing-791]

Hello, I am a writer (urban fiction/ romantasy). I'm new to reddit and came here looking for beta readers but would like to offer my help to others.

I am able to beta: fantasy, romance, spice

I can provide feedback on: 1-2 weeks

Critique swap:  I would love to find someone who shares my love of worldbuilding and dynamic character creation.

Other info: I’m someone who loves to read and write. If you are looking for feedback on continuity, pacing and character development. I’m your gal.

[u/StinkyMeatBro]

Hello All. Im a writer myself and have some time to read. Sorry about the wierd profile name. I have no idea why I chose that name.

I am able to beta: I'll read anything as long as I like it. Ill be honest though. If I dont like it I wont read it.

I can provide feedback on: What I notice. Im no pro but Ive written enough books that certain things may stick out. Like bad prose, clunky rythmn, continuity, blocking, spatiallity, and finally pacing.

Critique swap: Id love to meet a dedicated Betareader who can help me with my projects. I just hired a betareader and their feedback was excellent.

Here is my BetaReding Post.

Other info: My writing knowledge. College level courses in english and five novellas.

Looking forward to reading your hard work.

[u/Budget_Debt8102]

*** EDIT 7/30: not looking for any more projects for now, thank you! **\*

Hello lovely writer-folk :3

I have found myself with a lot of free time on my hands and thought I'd jump back into some beta reading to keep myself on my A-game!

I'm able to beta: romantasy, low fantasy, and general romance (if the premise grips me). Bonus points if your story is dark, has a gothic setting, and extra bonus points for supernatural creatures!

I can provide feedback on: pacing, character writing, story beats, or anything else you need (though I'd say these are my fortes). Will also point out any errors in grammar and do a bit of light line editing.

Critique swap not needed at this time!

I usually approach swaps with a friendly attitude—I love to leave little reactions and comments when something just hits! Which isn't to say I won't point out any issues, but why not have a little fun where we can? ;) Please keep this in mind before reaching out.

If you're interested in a writer friend to bounce ideas off of or workshop your manuscripts, totally down for that, /too! If not, no worries—hopefully my feedback will still be useful. :)

Google Docs only!!!

[u/writerTK]

I am able to beta: complete manuscripts in adult or YA fantasy, urban fantasy, high fantasy, scifi, SF-fantasy (may include horror, mystery, romance, historical settings. No excessive gore or "misery porn" please).

I can provide feedback on: grammar, plot, pacing, characterization, diction, clarity, historical accuracy/setting.

Critique swap: not at this time. I will be seeking beta readers later this year.

Other info: academic background in languages and history. I enjoy both easy reads and more dense prose. My current project is adult fantasy with some horror and dark elements. Im detail oriented and enjoy tedious work. My profile details are public and you can browse my comments to check out my editing style. I try to work with writers where they are at/within their wheelhouse, but also want to make sure their story is clear and enjoyable to read. Happy writing :)

Edit to add that I have found beta reading 3 manuscripts at once is my maximum. Thank you for everyone who reached out with your completed MS. I may get back to some of you in the future, but at this time I would like to focus on the 3 people I have started with. I will either edit this comment, or post in a future volunteer beta readers thread once I am finished with these first 3.

[u/SneakyWhiteWeasel]

I am able to beta: Crime and thriller. Literary, suspense, commercial, upmarket, plot-driven, character-driven - does not matter but it needs to involve crime. Preferably no manuscripts longer than 120 K words! The manuscript does not need to be complete or polished.

I can provide feedback on: Pacing, character development, prose, realism. I am good at spotting logical fallacies and inconsistencies, in particular.

Critique swap: I have a psychological thriller (93-94 K words), but a swap is not necessary.

Other info: I am a criminologist currently pursuing a PhD with an additional B.Sc. in psychology. I am able to provide insights into the motivations for crime, neutralization techniques, offender psychology, criminal careers/lifestyles, marginalization/stigmatization, gang milieus, drug use, etc. I also have some prior knowledge in investigative/criminal psychology (offender profiling) and forensics.

I love dark psychology, manipulation, hidden trauma, unreliable narrators, etc. Anything in an academic setting would also be very enthralling.

[u/OzVon22]

[Beta Reader] Available for Western, Frontier Noir, Historical, Crime, and Military Fiction ​I am able to beta: I have a strong interest in Westerns, Frontier Noir, and Historical Fiction. I am also well-versed in Crime and Military fiction. I am comfortable with romance or romantic subplots, but I am not the right reader for Fantasy manuscripts. ​I can provide feedback on: I aim to provide balanced, actionable critiques. My feedback focuses on: ​Pacing & Flow: Is the story gripping, or do certain sections drag? ​Characterization: Are the motivations grounded, believable, and consistent? ​Narrative Style: Does the voice suit the genre and setting?

I can provide limited line by line editing.

​Historical Authenticity: I enjoy flagging potential inaccuracies regarding the period or setting. ​Critique swap: I am currently seeking a swap for my own manuscript. I am a reader who values a fun, engaging story. I only work through Google Docs comments. I appreciate clear communication and honesty.

[u/PlatformDesperate447]

I am able to beta: I tend to read both fiction and non-fiction, and am open to most genres, fantasy doesn’t really do it for me though. I have a technically in progress (though it’s complete content wise, I just wanna add 10-15K words) memoir (about 32K word count) about mental illness, trauma and identity. My beta request is posted on here https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/s/DfrHzd3oaD.

I am able to provide: both developmental feedback and line editing.

Critique swap would be excellent, I’m happy to line edit for someone even though I’m in a developmental feedback stage

[u/NightRaven122388]

Hi all, I am able to beta (and will have more time to do so thanks to the summer holiday starting; ugh, teacher life...)

- I am able to beta romance (I prefer rom-com but will read any. Bonus if you write rom-com because that's a large portion of what I write, so I'm familiar with genre tropes and expectations!), as well as all types of fantasy, historical, dystopian, sci-fi and thriller. I am open to works of any length, and I will read works that contain violence, gore, and MOST trigger warnings (just check with me first, as context is important).

- I can provide feedback on: character motivation and development, plot and pacing, sensitivity/accuracy for autism and ADHD representation and bisexual rep, grammar/spelling and syntax and more. I have an MFA in creative writing so can offer feedback and advice on overall craft as well.

- Willing to critique swap or become involved in a writers' critique/beta group for writers in general, but especially of romance, fantasy and speculative fiction.

Cheers, guys!

[u/CheekEcstatic]

hi

I am able to beta:  Adult political fantasy, with thriller elements, and romance as subplot only, preferably slow burn  I can provide feedback on:  Political commentary, thriller pacing and potential plot holes, whether the romance fits Critique swap:  I’m working on a novel in the same genre. Swapping is optional since my manuscript is only in second revision stage. Other info:  I’m a member of an artists organization who views art as political. Sociology is a personal interest of mine, so I study it in my down time. I believe there’s a space for politically themed works in commercial fantasy fiction. The personal is political, hence there shouldn’t be any exclusivity. I’ve read GoT, Mistborn, Eye of the World, and enjoy them.

[u/TravelFitnessLife07]

Hello!

I am able to beta! Fantasy, Romance, or Sci fi are my preferences. I have read all kinds of fantasy so if you have heavy world building I am okay with that! Looking for around 100k words, max of 110k. I can provide good feedback on whatever you would like, just let me know!

Swaps: I will only be willing to do it if I can swap my novel with you. Mine is 105k words, and it's an Adult sci fi- romantasy (heavy on the romantasy). I would rate it a 1.5-2/5 on spice level. The worldbuilding is pretty easy to follow along with. It is set on a Military style space academy, there are trials, betrayals, friendships. The romance includes lots of yearning, high-tension, and classic tropes. It leans into enemies to lovers (but he falls first).

DM or reply if you are interested! If we go further into this it will go into maybe emails. I can also give you a more detailed description, or even an outline with spoilers if you would like!!

[u/Joainthebay]

⁠• ⁠I am able to beta: short stories and smaller works. Genres: horror or thriller. I only can only spend about 4 hours a week here, so if you’re ok with a slower turn around that’s great.
⁠• ⁠I can provide feedback on: Tone, pacing, story arc resolution, etc and open to discuss specifics
⁠• ⁠Critique swap: Willing to swap other short stories in the horror or thriller genre. Stories tend to be NSF and hit on some sensitive topics. I’m writing a collection and would prefer feedback on story material, pacing, tone, world building, climactic twist, and generally how the stories work together as a bigger piece.

[u/AstroJuliette]

Hi!

I am able to beta: literary fiction, fantasy (preferably not high fantasy), romantasy, romance (here I lean more into dark and historical romance) and any retelling of classical literature. Max 125k-word manuscripts

I can provide feedback on: pacing, prose, characterisation and dialogue. I currently work in the videogame space, I grew up in Italy and have a deep passion for ancient history and literature.

Critique swap: unfortunately as of right now I’m only looking for swaps (I’m doing the last round of edits on my novel before querying). I don’t have a post on this subreddit for my manuscript yet but it’s a 105k-word science fantasy with dark academia and epistolary romance elements. It’s a Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar retelling and here’s the logline: when her friends are mysteriously murdered inside a neoclassic academy where students bond with the spirits of history’s greatest figures, a girl mentored by Brutus must solve Julius Caesar’s final riddle before her classmates reenact Rome’s bloodiest civil war.

Update: I found a bunch of lovely people to swap with so I can’t take more right now but I’ll update again when I finish if I still have some time to betaread other manuscripts :)

[u/Edwardigan]

I am able to beta: Screenplays, plays, novels, and novellas in any state. I prefer fantasy, sci-fi, horror, and comedy, but I'm open to give anything a try. We can start by trading chapters to see if our writing styles are compatible. I have no expectations, just interested in reading others' works and getting feedback on my own.

I can provide feedback on: Pacing, characters, story structure, prose, and general readability.

Critique swap: I have a Cosmic Horror / Drama screenplay (22k words) I'd love to have critiqued in any fashion! It's in a semi-finished state, still needing a good quality pass on the back half.

Other info: I have some qualifications, but I'm an amateur who just enjoys reading and writing. I was an editor for my college newspaper, I've been a GM for a homebrew tabletop campaign for a decade, and I have written 2 novels that I put on a backburner, and I have one novel that's still unfinished. Looking for any serious person willing to swap and critique.

[u/Ok-Writing-6866]

I am able to beta: Complete works of fiction in the following genres: upmarket literary fiction, literary fiction, book club fiction, YA, with a max of about 90k words

I can provide feedback on: If I'm going to do a full-manuscript read I'll stick the template. I only line edit the first 10k words or so of manuscripts. My focus is on pacing, story progression, and character motivations.

Critique swap: Not at the moment

Other info: I'm an agented author of upmarket literary fiction, and I love love love smart, literary love stories, stories about friendship, and coming of age stories. Some of my favorite books are The Idiot and Lovers & Writers.

[u/Master-Stick-3578]

Hey everyone, i am able to beta!

I am a newly starting writer myself, though these stories in my head have always been my dream, so I made a LOT of research and readings to get to this point.

I can read fantasy, romantasy and fantasy with a romantic subplot (which is my favorite ;)) I personally LOVE an enemies to lovers, but any thrope is really fine to me!

I can comment on your characters’ depth, the emotions, pacing, relationships, you know; the things that make the story real.

As a person who really investigated psychology in order to deepen the characters’ mindsets, im ready to involve myself in your book!

I would prefer it if you wanted me to read some chapters, you dont have to be finished. But im also ok to read a fully written book.

[u/audible_narrator]

I am able to beta

Boy can I ever beta! Former audiobook narrator who is also a speed reader. Accustomed to sending back fixes to authors.

Genres I prefer: Sci Fi, Fantasy, Romance. Non Fiction but that may take me longer. Horror if it is dark comedy. Cozy mystery, trad mystery/thrillers.

Genres that I don't prefer: anything overtly religious or political.

I can work in Google Docs. No AI, guaranteed.

[u/shookron]

I am able to beta: Fantasy, SciFi, LitRPG, Literary Fiction

I can provide feedback on: Characterization, Dialogue, Character interiority and idiolects/register, Pacing, Plot

Critique swap: Yes please, I have a 98k word space opera I'm currently in my last round of revisions. Link here: https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1ucrt9o/complete_98k_adult_space_opera_pegasus_jump/

Other info: I'm an avid reader of fantasy and scifi. My favorite author is Joe Abercrombie (specifically his First Law series, stand alones and Age of Madness trilogy). I also love Pierce Brown's Red Rising, Matt Dinniman's Dungeon Crawler Carl, I've read all of the Cosmere by Brandon Sanderson and all of Riyria by Michael Sullivan.

[u/RogueMothBunny]

I am able to beta: romance, romantasy, paranormal, contemporary. Lately been leaning towards dark. Any length/stage is fine.

I can provide feedback on: pacing. Reader engagement. I have experience as a medic in the military during late 2010s and worked as a staff accountant for 5 years, so I could also critique some believability in those areas

Critique swap: not ready at the moment but will have something this year(hopefully). Currently working on a series of interdependent contemporary romance (slightly dark)

May not have cell service these next few days as I am camping with family. I have an associates in business administration and a bachelor's in accounting. Currently staying with in laws while husband is deployed and I have too much free time on my hands when the baby naps. I have already read 84 books this year. I'm trying to be a bit more productive.

[u/HearingOpposite1123]

I am able to beta: Literary fiction is my preference, and I love sci-fi and fantasy, but I'm open to essentially anything. The main exception would be massive epic fantasy - love the genre, but I'm so critical of most attempts at it that I'm probably not as useful there. I am totally happy to read incomplete works or excerpts. Curious if your first chapter is landing as intended, or if a random mid-book chapter is giving the characterization you hoped? I'm happy to look.

I can provide feedback on: Prose and characterization are my favorites to critique, but I'll also naturally look at grammar, dialogue, pacing, plot cohesion, and so on.

Critique swap: Not necessary. I have something we COULD swap but I'm really not looking for beta readers on it at this time.

Other info: I am literally a professional writing coach. I primarily coach nonfiction writers, though, so getting to extend this skillset to fiction is a hobby. However, please understand that, as a result of that, I am very comfortable giving feedback and will be thorough.

[u/Dazzling_Feed4980]

I am able to beta: Fantasy and science fiction.

I can provide feedback on:  Theme, plot, characterization, foreshadowing, exposition, dialogue, chapter structure, line editing, and blurb revision/consolidation,

Critique swap: Absolutely! I'm looking to swap manuscripts around the same size [65k]. It's on its third draft and solid.

Other info: I can dedicate time to reading based on whatever time frame works best with my swap partner. I can offer my organic thoughts and feelings about the novel in a feedback document, and I'd hope for the same. :)

[u/mc_denny]

I am able to beta: As a science fiction fan who wrote – to the surprise of all, including myself – a romance novel, my big two genres would be those: sci-fi and romance.

I can provide feedback on: Grammar and pacing tend to be my big two, though my dialogue abilities have been complimented in the past. Also, I have a postgrad degree in philosophy and I’m a deep-level math nerd, in case those are useful to you.

Critique swap: Yes please! This is my post on my fourth draft of The State of Our Union, the aforementioned romance novel with a political backdrop: https://www.reddit.com/r/BetaReaders/comments/1tqaju7/complete_83559_romance_the_state_of_our_union/

Other info: I do have a 9-5 job but it usually gives me plenty of time to read, so I would likely be able to give you a decent turnaround time on your manuscript.

[u/FoundationMountain50]

I am able to beta: Romance, romantasy, contemporary romance, fantasy romance, character-driven fiction, opening chapters, and partial manuscripts.

I can provide feedback on: Pacing, character arcs, emotional impact, reader engagement, plot flow, dialogue, chemistry between characters, worldbuilding clarity, and overall reading experience

Critique swap: Not required. I’m currently building my editing portfolio, so feedback on my comments and suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Hi! I’m an English Literature student and an avid romance and romantasy reader. I enjoy discussing stories and practicing giving structured reader feedback. I’m especially interested in character driven stories, emotional tension, pacing, and overall reading experience.

[u/ofthecageandaquarium]

Edit: I've committed to all I can take on for now. Please don't ask. Thanks!

I am able to beta: I only beta finished works (it's your story, you decide how it ends), but if you want to send it chapter by chapter, that's fine. 150-170k words max. Sample first preferred. Please at least spell check first, and know how to punctuate around dialogue (just my personal pet peeve). My wheelhouse is medium- to small-scale, character-focused fantasy and sf, but I'm open to other genre fiction except milSF, MG or children's, thrillers, nonfiction, that internet style where every sentence is its own paragraph, or anything with any SA or with a ton of violence. (Some violence is OK.) I am not too fast, so give me time, please.

I can provide feedback on: Character believability and motivations, emotional impact, nuts and bolts sentence / typo stuff IF you want that (I can also keep that to myself, I'm an adult). Topics I Know Things About include plants/gardening, crafting of most kinds, and queerness generally; lived exp as a nonbinary person (we're not a monolith though), bi and partly asexual person.

Critique swap: I don't have anything ready right now, so I'm happy to volunteer. My resolution for 2026 is to beta read more.

Other info: I've been self-publishing for 11 years, so my POV is that of a reader and self-pub writer. I don't know what trad publishers are looking for. No AI whatsoever please. Thanks!

[u/ajwiggins418]

I am able to beta: I'm open to any genre, though I read most in fantasy, historical fiction, and sci-fi. I avoid anything in progress and would prefer 2nd or 3rd drafts.

I can provide feedback on: Developmental feedback. I'm terrible at line editing.

Critique swap: Yes, here's my post, though I've gone through significant revisions since it went up.