i was wondering, for beta readers, does it need to be something that I've posted on the site? Or can it be a story I'm planning on posting in the near future?
Also, are beta readers just for spelling and grammar, or can they be for plot, characters, etc?
8 years ago
You can ask a specific person if they wouldn't mind, and/or mention that if you post a request for a beta reader in the 'Authors in Need' thread. When I made this society it was so there would be an easy to find place to look for and offer help for any bit of writing, not just stories already on here.
And no, a beta reader does not look for just spelling and grammar. They should give comments on plot and the like - they are more like editors than proofreaders. But, you can mention/ask for your beta to look out for certain things that you feel you need some feedback on.
Also, are beta readers just for spelling and grammar, or can they be for plot, characters, etc?
And no, a beta reader does not look for just spelling and grammar. They should give comments on plot and the like - they are more like editors than proofreaders. But, you can mention/ask for your beta to look out for certain things that you feel you need some feedback on.
Hope that helps.