WHAT WE OFFER
BETA CRITIQUE PACKAGES
Combining elements of beta reading and a professional manuscript assessment to deliver
a unique, solutions-based feedback experience.
Turnaround time (availability pending)
Average manuscript of 80-110K words: 5 weeks.
Manuscripts exceeding 120K+: Please enquire for a customised quote.
THE "STANDALONE" STANDARD PACKAGE
One Beta Reader deep-dives into your work.
This package includes a comprehensive feedback form covering readability, technique, characters, story arc, strengths/ opportunities, plus up to ten (10) questions from you (the client) answered.
Price
Manuscripts 80K-110K: $0.007AUD per word (price per beta reader)
Manuscripts under 80K: $500.00AUD (price per beta reader)
Eligible for 5% returning customer discount
THE "DUOLOGY" STAGGERED PACKAGE
All the features of the "Standalone" Standard Package with BOTH Beta Readers engaged in a staggered approach (e.g. one reads in January, the second in April).
You can have beta readers read the same version OR revise your draft for your second beta reader.
Price
Manuscripts 80K-110K: $0.007AUD per word (price per beta reader)
PLUS a 10% discount on overall package
Manuscripts under 80K: $500.00AUD (price per beta reader)
PLUS a 10% discount on overall package
THE "BUDDY READ" SIMULTANEOUS PACKAGE
All the features of the "Standalone" Standard Package with BOTH Beta Readers engaged simultaneously.
The beta readers will read the same version of the project to deliver you double the feedback at once.
Price
Manuscripts 80K-110K: $0.007AUD per word (price per beta reader)
PLUS a 10% discount on overall package
Manuscripts under 80K: $500.00AUD (price per beta reader)
PLUS a 10% discount on overall package
OTHER SERVICES
Get your Beta Reader back for another critique
Re-engage a previous beta reader to revisit your updated project. The beta reader will answer up to five (5) questions provided by you (the client) in addition to a targeted feedback sheet.
Price
Manuscripts 80K-110K: $0.0037AUD per word (price per beta reader)
Manuscripts under 80K: $300.00AUD (price per beta reader)
Turnaround time (availability pending)
Average manuscript of 80-110K words: 5 weeks
Manuscripts exceeding 120K: Please enquire for a customised quote.
A 75-minute session with an agenda 100% guided by you
Engage a Beta Reader to brainstorm solutions for your project.
Price
$100.00AUD (price per beta reader) for a 75-minute engagement
Additional time can be purchased for $30.00AUD for 30 minutes (per beta reader).
Note:
This service is open to all clients, past and future, regardless of prior familiarity with the project; however, this service is most ideal for returning clients of The Beta House Collective, and most suited to the beta reader/s engaged for that project previously.