I will be your tough love beta reader

About:

**International & Amazon bestselling editor**

Are your first 8,000 words strong enough to escape the slush pile, and hook a reader? I've read thousands of opening chapters and recognize the red flags agents and publishers avoid, as well as the story hooks that keep them engaged.

To give your fiction or memoir draft the support it deserves, I will:

• Read your first 8,000 words; assessing strengths and weaknesses.

• Submit a 15 - 30 min voice recording, covering topics like character likability, plot intrigue, pace, structure, tone, style and commercial viability. 

• Your big question answered: is the novel ready for publishers and readers? What does it need to get there?

Clients describe this process as eye-opening and empowering. Assessment and beta reading is not for writers seeking fluff reviews, but serious authors ready to take their work to a commercial level.

NB: I specialize in fiction and memoir novels. Short stories, poetry, essays, children's books (under 13yrs) and most non-fiction genres require a different style of editing, but I'm happy to recommend editors that are better suited. Simply contact me with your request. Thanks!

Reviews

doctorbuckner:Very knowledgeable and talented! I highly recommend her services.

hchogan:Thank you! I love discovering talented new writers. Keep up the great work. :)

amanda100:Very interesting feedback on my opening two chapters - Cate put into words inklings that I've had about my structure and characters. Very helpful.

hchogan:Thank you for the lovely review. I look forward to working with you in the future. :)

nateedmonds:Cate was so thoughtful and kind in her review and yet offered honest critiques that will have a massive impact on how I continue writing. I am incredibly thankful I found her service on fiverr.