Become a Beta Reader!!
Join the Young Writers Initiative as Beta Reader – Applications open now!
As writers, most of the time we’re readers first. Usually, that’s the initial motivation for us to become a writer. Reading books upon books and giving our unsolicited advice whilst posting reviews on Goodreads – that’s the typical start. But what if you could get access to all various types of books from new authors? To help them, to give them a chance to grow and get their book out there?
We’d like to give you that opportunity.
Become a Beta Reader for The Young Writers Initiative and help fellow young writers grow in their craft.
What does TYWI’s Beta Reader Program look like?
Beta Reading is a part of our Pre-Reading services.
Pre-Reading services are a process where authors can submit their manuscripts for reading in order to receive feedback and evaluate their story, before submitting to editing or begin agenting. Essentially, these services serve as a test screening for novels. It is a great way to test out how your target audience will react to your book when it’s ready to be published, as well as fix any inconsistencies in your book that you may have not noticed. A fresh pair of eyes on your novel can help you notice things that you may have never seen before!
Beta Readers specifically focus on broad story elements like plot, pacing, world building, character development, and overall reader experience
What are the requirements to become a TWYI beta reader?
You must be at least 14 years old.
Completion of an application form.
Attendance (upon hire) of our Beta Reading Boot Camp.
If you’re someone who:
enjoys close-reading books/stories,
can provide detailed and respectful feedback,
wants editing or publishing related experience,
and wants to support fellow young writers...
Apply either on the link above or on our website tywi.org. And as TYWI Weekly Subscribers you get to apply first! So, apply quickly as applications will close when we hit a certain number of applicants.
See you soon!