I’m officially opening applications for a small, dedicated group of beta readers for my upcoming sci‑fi/horror novel, Keeper of Echoes. If you love cinematic worldbuilding, slow‑burn tension, alien mysteries, and character‑driven stories, you might be a perfect fit.

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Applications are open now, and this page will remain available year‑round. I’ll begin selecting readers once my editor returns the revised draft — so if you’re interested, now is the time to apply.

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What Beta Readers Do

Beta readers help shape the story by offering:

• Honest, thoughtful feedback

• Notes on clarity, pacing, character arcs, and emotional impact

• Reactions to scenes, worldbuilding, and tension

• Insight into what’s working — and what needs strengthening

You don’t need to be a writer. You just need to be a passionate reader who loves sci‑fi, horror, and immersive storytelling.

What ARC Readers Do

• Read the book before publication — they get an early, near‑final copy.

• Leave an honest review on or near launch day (Amazon, Goodreads, BookBub, etc.).

• Create early buzz by talking about the book on social media or in book communities.

• Provide genuine feedback that helps authors catch issues or understand reader reactions.

• Boost visibility and social proof so the book doesn’t launch with zero reviews.

• Help algorithms notice the book by generating early engagement and reviews.

• Recommend the book to the right readers, even if they didn’t personally love it.

• Share quotes, reactions, or aesthetic posts to build anticipation.

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How I Protect My Work

Your trust matters — and so does mine. All beta/ARC materials are shared safely and professionally:

• Watermarked PDFs personalized with your name

• A friendly confidentiality + no‑spoilers agreement

• Chapters sent in batches, not all at once (Beta Readers)

• A simple deadline schedule (Beta Readers)

• A private feedback form for each section (Beta Readers)

• Social media assets (ARC Readers)

This ensures Keeper of Echoes stays protected while still letting you be part of the creative process.

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The Keeper of Echoes Reward

To thank the readers who help shape this book, I’m offering something truly special.

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The first five beta/ARC readers who:

• Return comprehensive feedback (Beta Readers)

• Meet the agreed‑upon deadline (Beta Readers)

• Respect confidentiality and the no‑spoilers rule 

• Create a buzz (ARC readers)

…will receive a Keeper of Echoes Box, which includes:

• One of the first five final printed copies of Keeper of Echoes

• Signed by me

• Stamped with Kiki’s paw print

• Numbered (#1–5)

• A few themed treats and goodies

These will be the only copies of their kind — true collector’s items.