Get the honest, expert feedback that separates published authors from eternal draft-writers—before you waste money on editing or face rejection.
Every day, thousands of manuscripts are submitted to agents, publishers, and self-publishing platforms with critical flaws that could have been easily fixed. Without professional beta reading:
Every week, we see talented authors facing rejection or poor reviews because they skipped this critical step in the publishing process. Don't let your manuscript become another cautionary tale.
Since 2015, Entrada Publishing has helped over 2,500 authors transform their manuscripts from rough drafts to published successes.
"After three form rejections from agents, I used Entrada's beta reading service. The feedback was eye-opening, and after implementing their suggestions, my manuscript was requested by two of the same agents who had previously rejected it." - Michael R., Recently Signed Author
Beta reading is the strategic manuscript assessment that should happen BEFORE professional editing. It's your manuscript's first contact with objective, qualified readers who can identify structural issues, character problems, and plot holes while they're still easy to fix.
Our comprehensive beta reading service provides:
"The beta readers identified a fundamental issue with my protagonist's motivation that my editor would have charged hundreds of dollars to fix. Making this change early saved me significant money and strengthened my entire manuscript." - Jennifer T., Self-Published Author
Our beta readers don't just give general impressions—they provide feedback on:
Different readers notice different issues. Our Triple Reader Package gives you:
Whether you're pursuing traditional or self-publishing, our feedback is tailored to your goals:
You won't just get vague feedback—you'll receive specific guidance on:
Your manuscript is paired with readers who understand your:
"I read through the comments this afternoon and am really impressed with the specific and actionable feedback I've received. Money well spent! After implementing their suggestions, my book has maintained a 4.8-star average across 120+ reviews." - Erich T.
"All three reports were exactly what I needed, pinpointing things that I need to change to improve the story. After revisions, I secured an agent within two months. Should you ever need anyone to recommend your beta-reading services, I'm your man!" - Alan T.
"The Beta Reader Summary Report was worth far more than what I paid you. I appreciate the three reviewers' constructive comments. Each reader offered criticisms that will guide my next revision. I'm so glad I found Entrada!" - Patricia.
"What a wonderful and necessary service you provide - this is exactly the kind of feedback I was hoping for. Combining the viewpoints and thoughts of the three, I now have some indication of what worked and what will need revision." - David A.
Choose the beta reading option that best aligns with your manuscript needs and publishing goals.
Everything you need for focused, professional feedback:
Our most comprehensive option for serious authors:
Customized feedback for unique manuscript needs:
When you consider that professional editing typically costs $30-50 per hour (often $1,500+ for a complete manuscript) and that preventable issues can sink your book's success, professional beta reading offers exceptional value:
Value comparison: Less than the cost of editing just 2-3 pages, yet it provides feedback on your entire manuscript.
Value comparison: Less than 10% of what you'd typically spend on editing, yet potentially saves you hundreds in revision costs while providing three complete perspectives.
Consider this: A single negative review citing issues that could have been fixed can permanently impact your book's success. Can you afford NOT to invest in professional beta reading?
To maintain our high standards of quality, we accept only a limited number of manuscripts each month. Our beta readers are in high demand, and slots fill quickly—especially for specialized genres and our most experienced readers.
Current waiting period: 1-2 weeks before beta reading begins
Manuscripts are reviewed in the order received. Reserve your spot now to avoid longer wait times as our schedule fills.
Expedited service option: For time-sensitive projects, we offer priority scheduling for an additional fee. Limited expedited slots are available each week.
We carefully match each manuscript with beta readers who have expertise in your specific genre. Our team includes specialists across fiction and non-fiction categories, and we'll never assign your manuscript to someone unfamiliar with your genre conventions and reader expectations.
You're always in control of your creative work. Our beta readers provide objective, professional insights, but you decide which feedback to implement. Many authors find that even feedback they initially disagree with provides a valuable perspective on how different readers might perceive their work.
Beta reading focuses on "big picture" elements like plot, characters, pacing, and reader engagement, while editing addresses technical elements like grammar, sentence structure, and word choice. Beta reading should happen BEFORE editing to identify structural issues that might require significant revision, saving you from paying for line editing on sections that may need to be completely rewritten.
We accept manuscripts in any standard format: DOC, DOCX, PDF, or RTF. Your manuscript doesn't need to be perfectly formatted—we focus on content rather than presentation at this stage.
Our standard reports typically run 3-5 pages per reader and include both high-level observations and specific examples with page references. We provide actionable feedback rather than vague impressions, giving you clear direction for revisions.
Absolutely! We encourage authors to share specific concerns or questions they have about their manuscripts. While our beta readers will provide comprehensive feedback, they can also pay special attention to elements you're particularly concerned about.
We generally recommend beta reading complete manuscripts, as many structural issues can only be properly assessed in the context of the entire work. However, we do offer partial manuscript assessments in certain situations—contact us to discuss your specific needs.
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