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bandombigbang2014-04-18 12:59 am
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Beta call for writers!
In a lot of ways, the beta is the most important asset a writer has. The beta is the voice of sanity. Of reason and logic. Sometimes, the beta is also the voice of smack-down. Ouchie.
Good betas point out continuity flaws, typos, rough patches, tangled sentences, convoluted punctuation, and a whole host of other problems. They do all of this tactfully and carefully so that the writer doesn't go cry in the corner after deleting their story.
Great betas are enthusiastic and squeeful, and help push, pull and drag the writer over the finish line. They cheer on the writer, give constructive criticism, and generally are made out of glitter and intelligence.
If you think you can handle this, then copy the coding from the block below, and paste it into a comment. Then fill it out, telling us all about your wonderful beta super powers.
Things that might be your strengths or weaknesses: line-editing, plot, structure, characterization, grammar. Specialized knowledge, familiarity with specific canons.
If you are in need of a beta for your story, copy and paste the code below, filling in the relevant information:
Good betas point out continuity flaws, typos, rough patches, tangled sentences, convoluted punctuation, and a whole host of other problems. They do all of this tactfully and carefully so that the writer doesn't go cry in the corner after deleting their story.
Great betas are enthusiastic and squeeful, and help push, pull and drag the writer over the finish line. They cheer on the writer, give constructive criticism, and generally are made out of glitter and intelligence.
If you think you can handle this, then copy the coding from the block below, and paste it into a comment. Then fill it out, telling us all about your wonderful beta super powers.
Things that might be your strengths or weaknesses: line-editing, plot, structure, characterization, grammar. Specialized knowledge, familiarity with specific canons.
If you are in need of a beta for your story, copy and paste the code below, filling in the relevant information:
Happy to help!
Best way to contact you: Probably through my tumblr.
Strengths as a beta: I'm doing a degree in English Literature and History, and spend far too much time reading. I have also finished University for the summer so have vast amounts of free time.
Weaknesses as a beta: I have a tendency to get slightly over excited about things that I enjoy.
Expected turn around time: A few days at the most, due to lack of anything else to do.
What bands/characters will you beta: FOB, P!atd, Cobra, anything with Travie or William Beckett, can help with MCR but do not have overwhelming knowledge of them like the others.
What relationships/characters will you beta: Anything and everything you can throw at me.
Any limitations or squicks: Nothing at all, no limitations whatsoever.