AUTHOR
SERVICES
Beta-Reading, Proof-Reading
& Line Editing
OPTIONS & PRICING
BETA READ
A full multi-page report examining character arcs, plot progression, pacing, genre appropriateness, and repeated grammar/composition errors.
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Includes a second pass-through of one section (scene/chapter/etc) after corrections
A run-through of the entire piece, correcting typos, common grammar mistakes, and syntax/formatting issues.
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I use Google Docs "Suggesting" Mode to make my corrections
$20.hr at appx.
3,000 words per hour
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Ex. 80,000/3,000
26 hours x 25= $520
A line edit addresses the creative content, writing style, and language use at the sentence and paragraph level. But the purpose of a line edit is not to comb your manuscript for errors – rather, a line edit focuses on the way you use language to communicate your story to the reader. Is your language clear, fluid, and pleasurable to read? Does it convey a sense of atmosphere, emotion, and tone? Do the words you’ve chosen convey a precise meaning, or are you using broad generalizations and clichés?
(Credit: https://nybookeditors.com/2015/01/copyediting-vs-line-editing/)
LINE EDIT
$25.hr at appx.
3,000 words per hour
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Ex. 80,000/3,000
26 hours x 25= $650
Prices are approximate. Please fill out the form for an exact quote based on word count.
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Sample work can be completed for your first five pages prior to invoice.
Bonus:
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Add a Mini-Beta Report to any other service for only $10-15. Ask me about it!
ABOUT NICOLE
I have been an English teacher for thirteen years in addition to a YA fiction writer, and I focused most of my career in education solely teaching writing. I have edited countless works in all genres, and being that I've worked mostly with students, I've developed a conversational critique style. My prices are extremely competitive, and I'd love to offer you a five-page sample before you commit to working with me. My preferred genres are anything YA, Middle Grade, New Adult, some Romance, and some Chick-Lit.
My schedule is tight, so do please fill out my form or send me an email if you're interested!
Please see below for reviews of my work, and do not hesitate to contact me
Nicole Campbell
$15/hour at appx.
4,000 words per hour
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Ex. 80,000/4,000
20 hours x 15 = $300
PROOF READ
Professional, thorough and with very helpful comments on each chapter, I absolutely loved Nicole’s beta read. Her beta report, critiques structured into three sections – author’s questions/concerns, the plot and character development, end of chapter notes – goes through what works well in your book and what can be further improved. She both picks on tiny details and looks at the bigger picture, and her comments are written with the excitement of a reader. I’ve had other beta readers before and Nicole’s beta report quality is certainly ranked in the higher tier. Her enthusiasm and her willingness to really explore my concerns in long paragraphs, heightened my appreciation. You won’t be disappointed with Nicole!
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– Dharshaini Ganapathy
After much trial an error with editors, I was so happy I found Nicole a little over a year ago. She is extremely thorough, and I trust her completely with my work. She's just about to polish my third novel, and I couldn't be more excited. I love her so much! I highly recommend her!!
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-Samantha Armstrong
author of Stolen Songs and
The Movement
Nicole’s beta reading service was outstanding. She pointed out the things that worked well and also pointed out things that were confusing or non-consistent with a character. The most helpful part of her beta reading was the comments detailing each chapter’s response. It was beyond helpful to see how a reader would react or feel when so-and-so event happened or a character was introduced. After she returned the manuscript with her detailed notes chapter by chapter and an overview on plot and characters, she heard me out about ideas for future revisions. Seriously, don’t miss out on a chance to work with an amazing beta reader! You won’t regret it!
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– Rebecca Cousins
Nicole Campbell is a God send! My novel, Annice and Jeremy: A Grim Fairytale, is over two-hundred thousand words, but she did her beta read in eight days. I received exactly what she says she will deliver, well worth the money. Her style, while professional, felt like having a conversation with a good friend who just happens to know what she’s talking about concerning writing, plot, and characterization. With ten years as an English teacher, Nicole is as experienced as the most sought after editors, but her prices are affordable for us first-time novelists who have to choose between getting professional help or eating that week. Nicole makes this an easy choice since she is so affordable. She took the time to get to know my characters like we all hope a reader will, but she kept aloof enough to keep a critical eye out for the tiniest of plot holes and random awkward sentences. I will be using her for all my books and will suggest her to any writer who wants to get their work to a publish ready level.
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-Annette Abernathy
I was delighted with Nicole’s feedback. I’ve had beta readers who only focused on the problems, which was disheartening. Nicole managed to highlight what worked well and the bits she loved, whilst constructively pointing out areas that needed attention. I enjoyed the chatty style of her chapter by chapter comments, which included predictions of where she thought the story might be headed – all this gave me a great insight into how my words were coming across to ‘the reader’. Although this wasn’t a copy edit, Nicole also spotted a number of frequent spelling (not picked up by spell-check) and grammatical errors, which was much appreciated.
Nicole’s feedback has helped me fine tune and tweak my MS and she has hugely boosted my dented confidence. Thank you! Her competitive prices were one of the things that initially attracted me, and she is affordable enough to be able to keep coming back in future.
I felt my MS was very safe in the hands of such an enthusiastic book lover like myself!
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- Lara Kellet-Smith