Beta Reading & Proofreading

Your story deserves
to be ready to share with confidence!

Professional beta reading and proofreading for children's books, picture books, flash fiction, and short stories. I handle the details so you can focus on your vision.

Jenn, The Author's Back Office
Children's Books
& Short Fiction ✦
Children's Books & Short Fiction
5+ Years Experience
Available on Fiverr
Available on PeoplePerHour
Direct Booking via PayPal Coming Soon

A dedicated reader
in your corner.

I'm Jenn, a proofreader and beta reader with a genuine passion for storytelling at every level. Whether it's a picture book that sparks a child's imagination, a young adult novel that keeps a teenager up past midnight, or adult fiction and nonfiction that stays with readers for years. I bring the same careful, inquisitive eye to every manuscript. Whatever you're writing, I show up as a reader who truly cares about your story.

Finding the right reader means finding someone who loves your genre. I do. My favorite reads span children's stories, flash fiction, short stories, adventure, fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, thriller, and educational books, and I bring that enthusiasm to every project.

"You poured your heart into this. Let me help make sure every reader feels that."

5+ years proofreading and beta reading across children's books, flash fiction, and short stories
Volunteer proofreader for Distributed Proofreaders / Project Gutenberg
Experience with picture books, YA fiction, educational content, and genre short fiction
Warm, collaborative feedback style: honest without being harsh
Certified in High-Level Proofreading & Copyediting Pro — Edit Republic Inc. (2024)
Jenn
What I Offer

Services

All services are available on Fiverr and PeoplePerHour. Direct booking with PayPal invoicing is coming soon for clients who prefer to work with me without a third-party platform.

Package & Proofreading
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Proofreading — All Formats

Line-by-line review for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and consistency across all fiction and nonfiction formats. You'll receive a line-edited manuscript with tracked changes and comments, ready for your final review.

Children's books · Picture books · Flash fiction · Short stories · YA · Fantasy · Mystery · Sci-fi · Thriller · Educational

Tier 1Up to 3,000 words — $30
Tier 2Up to 8,000 words — $55
Tier 3Up to 20,000 words — $85
Beta Reading
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Beta Reading — Fiction & Nonfiction

A thorough read from a fresh pair of eyes. I assess story flow, pacing, character consistency, and readability — then deliver written feedback as comments, suggestions, and questions, plus a style sheet covering character names, locations, and key vocabulary.

Chapter books · YA · Flash fiction · Short stories · Sci-fi · Fantasy · Historical fiction · Mystery · Thriller · Nonfiction

Tier 1Up to 5,000 words — $30
Tier 2Up to 10,000 words — $50
Tier 3Up to 20,000 words — $75
Not sure? Book a free call

Prefer a different platform? I'm also available on PeoplePerHour.

What's Included

Every project comes with…

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Written Feedback

Detailed comments, questions, and suggestions delivered inline in your manuscript — so you always know exactly what to look at and why.

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Style Sheet (beta reads)

A reference document covering character names, locations, and any unusual vocabulary — keeping your story consistent from first page to last.

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Line-Edited Manuscript (proofreads)

Your manuscript returned with tracked changes for grammar, spelling, and punctuation — ready for your final review before submission.

Free Offer

Not sure we're the right fit?
Let's find out. ✦

Every great working relationship starts with the right connection. That's why I offer a free 500-word Manuscript Assessment — no obligation, no credit card, no strings attached.

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Submit the first 500 words of your manuscript Any genre, any format — just paste it into the form.
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I'll review it and provide honest, actionable feedback within 36 hours Real feedback, not a form response.
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We'll both get a feel for whether we're the right fit No pressure, no obligation.
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If we are, I'll point you to the perfect package for your project I'll recommend the right service for your project. You can then order via Fiverr, PeoplePerHour, or email me directly — PayPal invoicing for direct bookings is coming soon.

The assessment is completely free and gives you a real taste of my editing style before committing to anything. Whether you're writing a children's book, short story, or a novella, I'd love to take a look.

Submit Your 500 Words ✦
Fill out the form below and I'll be in touch within 36 hours.

This is completely free — no payment or commitment required.

Ready to book directly? No Fiverr account needed. Direct bookings are welcome — I'll send a PayPal invoice once we confirm your project details. Email me to get started.

✦ Thank you! I've received your manuscript and will be in touch within 36 hours with your free assessment.

Author Testimonials

Kind words from authors I've had the pleasure of working with.

There was real pleasure to work with Jennifer! All the communication was convenient and effective. Jennifer made everything necessary and even more!

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Rimma K.
Minsk, BY  ·  ✓ via PeoplePerHour

I was nervous sending my manuscript to a stranger, but Jenn made the process so easy. Her proofreading was meticulous — every change was tracked and explained. I felt like she genuinely cared about my book.

T
Terry G.
Self-Published Children's Author

Getting both big-picture feedback and line edits in one round saved me so much time. Jenn delivered ahead of schedule and the report was incredibly detailed. Worth every penny.

T
Tamara L.
Flash Fiction Author

Worked with me? I'd love to hear from you.

Your feedback helps other authors know what to expect — and means the world to me. Reviews are moderated before appearing on this page.

Reviews are sent to Jenn for moderation before appearing on this page.

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Common Questions

FAQ

Beta reading focuses on the big picture — story flow, pacing, character consistency, age-appropriateness, and overall readability. Proofreading focuses on the line level — spelling, grammar, punctuation, and formatting. Most authors benefit from both, so if you're unsure, feel free to message me on Fiverr and we'll figure out what's right for your project.
I specialize in children's books (picture books, early readers, chapter books), flash fiction, short stories, and novelettes/novellas. Genres I love include children's stories, adventure, fantasy, mystery, sci-fi, thriller, paranormal tales, historical fiction, and educational books.
All orders are placed through my Fiverr page — it's the easiest and safest way to handle the project, payment, and communication in one place. Click here to visit my Fiverr page and choose the gig that fits your project. You can also message me there if you're not sure which service to pick.
Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) is preferred, especially for proofreading — it allows me to use tracked changes so you can see every correction and comment. I also accept Google Docs and PDF. Google Docs works great for collaborative feedback, and PDF is accepted for beta reads.
Absolutely — first-time authors are very welcome. I'll walk you through the process clearly and make sure every piece of feedback feels supportive, not overwhelming. My goal is to make you feel like a collaborator, not a student.
If anything in my report is unclear or you want to discuss a specific note, I'm always happy to follow up at no extra charge. I stand behind the quality of my work and want every author to feel the service was worth the investment.
Ready to Get Started?

Let's bring your story to life.

You've worked hard on your story. Now let's make sure it's ready to impress. You can find me on Fiverr or PeoplePerHour today, or email me directly — PayPal invoicing for direct bookings is coming soon.

How to Get Started ✦

You have three ways to work with me. Order directly on Fiverr or PeoplePerHour today, or email me to discuss your project. Direct PayPal invoicing is coming soon for clients who prefer to skip third-party platforms entirely.

✉️ Email Me
📖 Order on Fiverr · 📋 Order on PeoplePerHour · 💳 Direct PayPal booking coming soon
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Prefer to work directly? Direct booking with PayPal invoicing is coming soon — email me in the meantime and I'll get you set up.