Beta Readers

[Shadowcat]

I just got done writing a fic and am dying to post it somewhere. Then I realized that it has nothing to do with Willow or Tara, so I probably couldn't post it here. THEN I wondered who I'd even get to beta read it.

So, here is my proposal! Rather than posting fic right after it's written, how about a few of us volunteer to be beta readers for the board? Who knows, it might turn out better fic. Any one interested? Or not?

Personally, I like to edit things, and I'm pretty good with constructive criticism. I'm offering my services. Just don't spam my mailbox.

oneiric22@yahoo.com

[This message has been edited by Shadowcat (edited May 31, 2001).]

[tommo]

I think we tried to set something like this up before. I know for myself, if I need a beta reader, there are several reliable people on the board who I can send fic to.

Perhaps those wanting to beta could sign in here. I have some time coming up soon so I'm available and more than willing to beta for anyone, if they want it.

Other good betas: this is your place to check in with email addys!

Me: tommo27@hotmail.com

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"It doesn't matter, really, if I don't see Willow tonight, she knew. Willow was in her life, for keeps. That was what mattered." ~ Tara, Unseen: The Burning

[WyrdOne]

Ooh! I'd love to beta-read stuff! Editing is almost more fun than writing. I don't have much experience editing fics, but it can't be that much different than editing English papers. So...flywacket7@aol.com. It's summer, so I have tons of time.

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~Meredith~
"All worlds intertwine, and all needs meet somewhere in time."
"Sanity isn't all it's cracked up to be."

[Kieli]

I'd be most happy to beta read for someone. I don't have classes for a while and I'm always interested in reading stuff. Count me in. My email is: kieliran@yahoo.com

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"By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes."

[ryankelly]

Ahhh, now I can finally put my degree in English to good use(hear that mom?)!

I'd be happy to beta anyone's fic...I'm a decent enought editor and I'm good with constructive criticism. I'm quite good at prodding and cajoling, if an author requires it

Edited to add(because I'm retarded) my e-mail addy: ryankelly99@hotmail.com

-ryan

[This message has been edited by ryankelly (edited June 01, 2001).]

[Kalita]

Oh, I'd be more than happy to beta-read stuff, if only to be able to read it before it's posted... kidding!

I'm good with the grammar editing and technical stuff, and I can also help with story and theme to a good extent. Find me at: maquis_kalita@yahoo.com

Kal

[Rane]

i would LOVE to beta read. dont really have time right now for long stuff but teeny fics are cool. but i'm very anal and into the buffyverse characters, ask birdie . still, i love reading fics and be able to give input. so anyone email me if they like.

[fell]

I'll bravely add my name to this list as well. I've paid my dues in the salt mines as both an English teacher and as a writer, but don't let that scare you away. I'm honest but kind and offer only (hopefully) helpful criticism. Plus I have way too much time on my hands.

Tip: Whoever you send your work to, send it as an attached file (.doc, .wri, or .txt) to preserve the formatting.

caerfell@yahoo.com

[tommo]

So we're renaming this thread 'The English Teachers Thread'? Heh heh....

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"It doesn't matter, really, if I don't see Willow tonight, she knew. Willow was in her life, for keeps. That was what mattered." ~ Tara, Unseen: The Burning

[Annie]

hand shoots up

I'll volunteer! I love reading/beta-ing people's fics.

My e-mail is funkypartyweasel@aol.com

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love, Annie

Dawn: "Don't."
Glory: "Don't what?"
Dawn: "Don't call me Dawnie."
Glory: "Wow...You know, that actually hurt my feelings."
-The Weight of the World

[Kalita]

Just bumping this, 'cuz I wanted to email some beta readers, and if anyone else wants to sign up it might be a good idea.

[tommo]

Got your mail kalita. Thanks. I'm sure this list will grow though, it would be nice to have a larger list of betas.

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"Actually, I-I was thinking it would be sort of like a pet. You know, we could ... we could name her Trixie, or Miss Titty Fantastico, or something.
And we could make Titty go bonkers with curse words and buttshots and stuff?" ~ An homage to Nocturnal 2001

[tommo]

Bumpin' this for anyone who wants to take advantage. Sorry for the double post.

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"Tara had never felt as good about herself in her life. Willow gave her that gift. And another gift. Tara couldn't quite bring herself to call it love. Not yet. But there was time." ~ Unseen: The Burning

[Puff]

Um well I read a lot of fiction and I watch a lot of Buffy (well Willow and Tara), so hopefully this qualifies me to beta read.

Email is Puff614@hotmail.com

[tommo]

Beta bump. Writers please read this! There's nothing more off putting than simple mistakes in a fic. Not a warning, just a piece of advice!

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"Tara had never felt as good about herself in her life. Willow gave her that gift. And another gift. Tara couldn't quite bring herself to call it love. Not yet. But there was time." ~ Unseen: The Burning

[ourgirlbashir]

Heh, okay, so I normally write horror flick reviews (long story) but I got v. bored at work & wrote a fic. So if there's someone out there who won't laugh at my uselessness too much, I'll send it to them. Or more accurately I'll bottle out of sending it and make my boyfriend hit the "send" button. Anyway, let me know.

ogb

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"I believe, that someone's watching over me / I believe, in the dreams that set you free..."
(Booth & The Bad Angel, "I Believe")

[tommo]

Beta's make good friends. Just a tip.

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"Tara had never felt as good about herself in her life. Willow gave her that gift. And another gift. Tara couldn't quite bring herself to call it love. Not yet. But there was time." ~ Unseen: The Burning

[Sapphire]

Well I like to read.. and I've got a lot of free time...I'll be more than happy to be a beta reader

saphir76@pacbell.net

[Kieli]

I'm repeating my volunteering to beta read. I've finally got the time to do so. I'm no tommo but at least I can try.

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"Sometimes, we just can't make it on our own. We all need someone to love us, to help remind us that there's good in the world, to keep us from going crazy."

Willow from Dacia's The Dreamer Awakes

[tommo]

quote:

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Originally posted by Kieli:
I'm no tommo but at least I can try.

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Meaning?

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"Tara had never felt as good about herself in her life. Willow gave her that gift. And another gift. Tara couldn't quite bring herself to call it love. Not yet. But there was time." ~ Unseen: The Burningquote:

[Kieli]

Meaning that I'm not as prolific as you are nor am I presently an English teacher. Thus, I've not beta read very much but I can at least try my hand at it.

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"Sometimes, we just can't make it on our own. We all need someone to love us, to help remind us that there's good in the world, to keep us from going crazy."

Willow from Dacia's The Dreamer Awakes

[This message has been edited by Kieli (edited July 08, 2001).]

[LizzyBennet]

Add me to the Beta list. : ) I've done a bit of beta in the Buffy-fandom, although most of my work has been in the Harry Potter-fandom. Still, I have a bunch of experience, and I love to help. : ) For those of you writing non-Buffy stuff, I work in a number of different fandoms, too, so just drop me a line!

rina@love-productions.com

Rina

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[tommo]

quote:

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Originally posted by Kieli:
Meaning that I'm not as prolific as you are nor am I presently an English teacher. Thus, I've not beta read very much but I can at least try my hand at it.

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Writing a lot doesn't mean you're instantly a good beta, heh heh. Neither does being an English teacher. But thanks for the compliment. And the more betas, the uh...more...lol.

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"Tara had never felt as good about herself in her life. Willow gave her that gift. And another gift. Tara couldn't quite bring herself to call it love. Not yet. But there was time." ~ Unseen: The Burningquote:

[Kieli]

*LOL* *wince* Ooohhh the puns, the puns

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"Sometimes, we just can't make it on our own. We all need someone to love us, to help remind us that there's good in the world, to keep us from going crazy."

Willow from Dacia's The Dreamer Awakes

[tommo]

Bumpin' for further exposure. Rather like my own Superboobs. Heh.

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"She looked across at Willow, whose face was filled with light. She had never felt so calm and happy, and strong..." ~ Unseen: Door To Alternity

[WiccanBex]

i love to beta read helps improve my own writing. and i'm willing to read anything - just not too long, k? i'm a busy girl

WiccanBex@hotmail.com

[Katharyn]

Count me in as yet another beta reader...though anyone who gets this far down the list has to br truly desperate. Will read anything but don't expect me to massage any egos (or anything else!) I keep my replies positive but I tell you what I really think. I know that is what is supposed to happen, but I have found that some beta readers don't do anything but wax lyrical about something to avoid confronting the writer with what might be a pleasant truth. If your fragile don't send me your fics to beta...unless of course they are marvellous anyway. If you can stand some constructive comments then feel free.

Katharyn

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She's my always

[Bunny]

Just want to volunteer my services if anyone needs a beta reader. I read fic everynight so I might as well be helping someone. I even take my laptop to bed with me ( I'm either sad or hooked can't figure which yet!)

LeeCM@btinternet.com

[tommo]

Bumping this up to the top so that new writers who might want a beta reader can use available kittens.

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"Bitter, party of one. Bitter, party of one." she muttered... ~ Four Months After by Capt. Murdock

[LeatherQueen]

Ah, a beta-readers thread. Wonderful idea.

I'll add my hat to the mix. I've done some already and, like others, have degrees in English and Journalism that are going to waste.

email me: leatherqueen@earthlink.net

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"Honey, I'm the original one-eyed chicklet in the kingdom of the blind." -Glory