going over beta reader feedback // a chatty writing vlog🤍

[@Marzzzz111]

btw guys im being a beta reader for free! (Idk if people usually pay beta readers or not but im doing it for free :D) so if you all need a beta reader im here

[@lolhey4261]

I need help from a beta reader

[@Marzzzz111]

@@lolhey4261 ofc!!

[@somebody-dv8fr]

We really love your chatty vlogs Vee, it's like having that chat with your writer friend and you really keep on saying a lot of relatable things that are super inspiring and motivational too❤ so keep it up and good luck!

[@sincerelyvee]

AW that makes me so happy, thank you😊

[@ringsroses]

Prompted by your discussion of the Fun and Games struggle: there was an interesting writing discussion awhile back in a writing chat I was in where we were discussing that typically middles and endings are weaker because we're not really taught to practice them the way we're taught to practice beginnings. The idea that writing advice and editing advice centers on the first few chapters and pulling in your reader but typically less is said about what to do with weak middles and unfulfilled endings. I appreciated that it underscores the need to really practice the sections we feel weak in. That the discomfort probably just comes from having less knowledge, experience and being unsure of the toolkit to use.

[@sincerelyvee]

absolutely agree! it's interesting how writing resources often delve into crafting captivating beginnings and fulfilling endings, but there's definitely a gap when it comes to developing substantial middles, especially in the context of romance novels. it's an area that could for sure benefit from more attention and guidance

[@AdamFishkin]

To have a legitimate alpha reader would be a dream come true for me. My embarrassment is not having a way to make it worthwhile for them. 12:41 If gut instinct tells you to change up the room, do it. Any time it happens. The whole point of vlogs is to chat, so I don't abide the people who have a problem with you. Chat onward, Vee. Because you asked, my own writing is about to dip into one of the inactive periods. This time it's more out of necessity: all the current projects are in the pitch phase and I'm playing the waiting game on whether I'll have enough collaborators and resources to do the material justice. They vary in the medium of choice (one is a stage musical; two are online miniseries; one is a filmmaking experiment that might utilize VR) but none of them are an easy sell to small town artists who are becoming just as burnt out as I am. Sometimes I piss myself off in how a vision so clear in my head doesn't translate to an outline pitch. So all I can do is wait.

[@thereallifewriter]

Love the chatty vlogs! ❤

[@sabihasayeed1670]

I play your vlogs in the background while I do my work, so I definitely prefer the chatty vlogs

[@thewriterchick]

Omg I love the idea of having a table for all your feedback! Would you be willing to make a video on your process for that?

[@sincerelyvee]

yes for sure!! i would love to do an in depth video series on everything beta reader related

[@samantharose1001]

I don’t know if you’re familiar with Poets & Writers, but they also have lots of resources for writers, including a great database for literary publications and contests for submitting work. Maybe it’s leaning toward a US base 🤔 I’m not 100% on that, but hopefully that could have some helpful resources for people

[@sincerelyvee]

i'll have to check it out! thanks!

[@subodhSakhalkar]

I personally prefer a chattier vlog :)

[@chelseawritesbooks8763]

This beta reader sounds more like a developmental editor than a beta reader. She may be selling herself short lol

[@lynndjung]

I love the chatty vlogs!! It's also so fun that project conditions attached is set in LA. Great video 🫶

[@sincerelyvee]

thanks lynn

[@MuYuKuO]

Love the vlogs! It's the only thing I ever want to watch when I'm writing, and yours are my favorite vlogs!!! Keep going girl!

[@WriterlyReads]

Been waiting for this! Your videos make my day, girl! ❤

[@charleeraewrites]

Chatty vlogs are great! Also, I love how excited you are about your projects! 🫶

[@animeguru4756]

I love this! You have pushed me to write and I love writing but sometimes it's hard to find balance since I'm in my last year of high school. I'm writing a novel right now but I can't even finish the first draft I really need tips!

[@morgan_baileyy]

I’m almost done with draft 1 of my novel and I’d love the first steps for editing and publishing!

[@elvenaubade]

Could you do a video explaining how you find alpha/beta readers… I have a couple projects that I’m too afraid to query bc I’ve never shown it to anyone 😅

[@Lovelpsloveprincessfun123]

i love to watch you while crocheting your vibe is so cool! good luck with your writing!

[@getbacktothebarre-ambergen7399]

Great vlog! Def want to see how you organized the feedback. Table, other strategies, etc.

[@BrittanyandBooks]

I love a chatty vlog!! ❤❤ Also seeing you be so excited over writing brings me a lot of joy ❤

[@sincerelyvee]

awww thank you☺

[@book_aesthetic18]

I LOVE THIS!!! Thanks Gal x

[@selahdaisy]

Yayyyy

[@angelbeats0042]

It's been forever ❤❤❤ I miss your videos. Your videos always been motivation for me

[@junesawyer7812]

Yassss

[@morgan_baileyy]

Luv this ❤️❤️

[@seijancarter9143]

🦋

[@junesawyer7812]

First comment!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@tgeddes7602]

Aww you're canadian too!! For the mimosa, people on private jets tend to not care if you're underage lol. You could leave it in, its very much a private jet thing to do.

[@randompersonexisting5003]

I am curious about how u organize the beta reader feedback 😄 Love the vlogs, i always look forward to seeing u upload, always inspiring and calming ☺️

[@thelightmonkey1970]

Prince! 😺