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Lyn Alden
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Is there anyone who is *strongly* interested in being an early round beta reader for my sci fi manuscript?

Near-future sci-fi, crime/thriller/cyberpunk. A blend of action and multi-character depth, and moral analysis. The action is key and all, but alpha readers thus far cried at the character aspects; that's what hit them hard enough to care how they would engage with the action.

Strict Requirements for first-stage beta readers:

-I need to know/trust you personally, either in person or very well online with high reputation, to the point that I'd send an unfinished manuscript to you. There's no strict requirements, but if you know, you know.

-You like sci fi and/or fantasy books, and would be happy to read and offer objective (even brutal) feedback on a sci-fi action/crime thriller novel within the next month or two.
-You can comment or DM, for privacy sake.

That's a small group, but I'm putting it here on Nostr first for what I consider my pre-beta or readers. I will then expand 10x on Twitter and elsewhere for my full beta readers.

Meanwhile, I'm in the early revision stage. Manuscripts won't be sent out immediately. I'm still doing revisions and working with alpha readers, but I'm at the stage where I can start *planning* for the next step to see who might be interested to be early beta readers. Nostr folks get the exclusive early notice here.

I do tend to move pretty fast, though.

All pre-beta readers that provide meaningful input would be mentioned in the acknowledgement section, if the book were to be published, which of course I cannot guarantee will happen. I will only publish good books, one way or another.

But like, the alpha readers do like it. ;)
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jb55 · 66w
🙋‍♂️
moonmechanic · 66w
I don’t meet your requirements, but I think it’s awesome you are putting such a request here. Can’t wait to read your book whenever it comes out!
Riddler · 66w
Don’t meet the specific requirements but would love to read it
DasFrettchen · 66w
good luck, I bet you will find that reader in the biggest pool of disagreable psychopaths the world has ever seen.
Nice and Kind Vic · 66w
I don't quite meet your first requirement, but I do appreciate scifi and fantasy books. Ive reviewed other material in the past.
manlikekweks · 66w
🤙🏾
₿² · 66w
*raises 🖐️ *
dantzler · 66w
I would be happy to, with discretion. My partner is also an avid sci fi reader and constructive critic. Excited to see what you are working on that is a diversion or at least different angle from what I'm used to reading. I acknowledge we are not directly connected but i appreciate and value your wo...
Greg · 66w
Please! I’d love to read and help 🙋‍♂️
Adrian M Lopez · 66w
You don’t know me too well but I’ll throw in my hat just in case
J · 66w
Can’t wait to get my eyes on it. The teasing has been exceptional.
SatoshiBuilds · 66w
Hey Lyn, I don’t know if I’ll pass the personal connection test here, but if I fall short, no worries, I totally understand. Sci-fis been my passion since I was a kid. I grew up on games like EVE Online, Freelancer, and X², always diving into the deeper lore and niche books they inspired. I’...
Dan · 66w
✌🏻
Starry Summit Mountain Adventures · 66w
Twice published author (admittedly guidebooks rather than novels), but happy to help.
Rydal · 66w
If you’re looking for someone who is a bit of a sci-fi/fantasy nerd and a book enthusiast then I’d gladly read it and give feedback.
Rustypuppy · 66w
I can give feedback as a life-long fantasy &scifi reader and writer of 2 novels (fantasy, urban fantasy) and microfiction (story in the zap.cooking newsletters). I’m retired, so can meet short deadlines if you need quick turnaround. Thanks for the opportunity!
MichZ · 66w
Very cool that you're doing this!! I used to find my beta readers on XTwitter #rip
Bitcoin Burger · 66w
Would be happy to help Lyn. Reading a lot of Sci-Fi and Fantasy books and maybe can bring in some different perspective since I am a non native English speaker (German). Best regards Thomas
David · 66w
Greetings. A good friend of mine is a publisher for Hachette, the worlds leading book publisher, he used to manage Sci-Fi (Ian M Banks, Arther C Clark etc) globally. I can put you in contact with him if that helps - DM me
r2d2 · 66w
GM! I offer my help; love sci-fi (from the hitchhikers guide to SG1) and the continued posts about your story made me quite curious. With fantasy we have a match too. I just got no idea how you can trust me. So I wish you all the best for the book!! (Still looking forward to an objective brutal, p...
Sean · 66w
🙋
VampireMJ · 66w
Cyberpunk? Is it Night City style?
Aardvark · 66w
I've never commented to you, and you definitely don't know me, so I don't meet any of the criteria. BUT, I'll definitely buy it whenever it comes out.
MSTR383 · 66w
Darn. I check number 2, not number 1. Will look for it when it hits Amazon tho!
aljaz · 66w
damn, i wish i'd qualify, i'm crawing for some good cyberpunk thriller
Orange Pilled Dictator · 66w
I think the female version of giga chad is Lyn!
JeffG · 66w
I'd love to read it. My favorite genre and I can be super picky on the writing. 🤓 Of course, I'd have to put Mandibles down for a bit which nostr:npub1qny3tkh0acurzla8x3zy4nhrjz5zd8l9sy9jys09umwng00manysew95gx won't be excited about but... a small price...
darnzen · 66w
I'd love to read and offer feedback.
Connie · 66w
I don’t know you personally but I’d like to help you. Sci-fi is my first genre love and I write too.
cloud fodder · 66w
i would love to if you trust me enough. i will feedback extensive notes/markup 🎉
arkinox · 66w
I am interested! I'm also writing a sci-fi book but I won't need anyone to read it for a long while haha You may have missed it but I started a Diaspora sci-fi nostr book club with nostr:npub1xtscya34g58tk0z605fvr788k263gsu6cy9x0mhnm87echrgufzsevkk5s https://primal.net/e/note18cfuwpkgcxjtr28feg0j...
BE · 66w
I’ve done this stage novel manuscript editing for three unrelated authors and five novels on a voluntary basis due to my respect for each author. I’m a scientist and writer. Need no acknowledgement. Respect but don’t know how to solve your trust standard. I usually edit the “old fashioned”...
Learning Producers · 66w
Congrats Lyn! It’s a coincidence i’m reading this because recently I uploaded a failed sci fi manuscript of mine from over 10yrs ago (altho some agents did request to read it after accepting my queries, ultimately rejecting it) i fed it into my custom chat gpt i configured (with a fine tuned bs ...
node · 66w
I’m interested in this !
btconboard #LNHANCE or #CTV · 66w
Always support people creating, taking risk, and putting themselves out there. It’s hard and nerve wracking 🫡🫡
Daniel Henslowe · 66w
I would love to read it 😁
₿en Wehrman · 66w
My editing strength is spotting grammar/spelling/punctuation errors. Done it for lots of bitcoiners' pieces in the past; feel free to send it over if that'd be helpful!
John Galt · 66w
Oh yes please
Ninja Grandma · 66w
Uhhhhh, ME!! Absolutely I would love to!
Ratel · 66w
as a comic book writer (of a Bitcoin superhero) I'd like to give it a read.
Phil Mustang · 66w
I’d be happy to do so. Studied literature for a bit too long in school and have edited a friend’s novel draft, if that means anything
Bryon D Bothun · 66w
nostr:npub1g8wr20ntxwmfyk3huueel34jjpt04m2k8enyyawpum7625aancvqrn82gq would love too and she’s also a sci fi writer!
Force2B · 66w
I would absolutely love to, love sci-fi, but I know I don’t meet the requirements. You don’t know me well enough 😔
Dennis Lake · 66w
It sounds interesting to me; yet you don’t know me, Lyn. Just make sure it follows the Hero’s journey outline. Tech and flashy displays are nice enhancements, yet if we can’t identify with the character and go with them on a journey of transformation then the story just doesn’t resonate.
MiddleWay · 65w
I would love to. Sci-fi reader for 40 years.
Mike Still · 65w
Excited to read this!
YRP · 65w
Can't wait to read it! Right up my alley.
me · 64w
Count me in Lynn.
poojan · 64w
Have been a follower of your work since last four and a half years. I have sent you an email for the same.
Michelle C Leigh · 36w
I'd be interested. I just moderated a panel at the Nebula. Science fiction and Fantasy are my jam.