As a beta-reader, I will edit a story for mechanical aspects like grammar, spelling, syntax, and stylistic flow as well as some characterization and try to catch any plotholes. However, I will not simply tear up a story if it does not meet certain standards of English; I want to help make it the best it can be while maintaining the author's basic prose style and individuality. I will not completely rewrite a story to meet my needs/expectations. I am here for grammar/spelling and to provide helpful criticism to bring a story to its full potential.

I can help with grammar and spelling. I am a nut about that sort of thing. I can also aid with syntax (sentence structure) and can give constructive criticism on making the story flow better.

I will admit that I am not great when it comes to writing/developing characterization, but I know when it is off, at least. Depending on how long the story is, it may take more than a day or two for me to get through it and give enough good criticism.

I adore romances (no sex scenes, though, please; PG13 is the rule here). My favorite thing to read is fluff, but I do like substantial plots. Humor is always amusing for me, and angst is also nice to read sometimes. I'm pretty easy to please as far as stories go.

I do have some restrictions as to what I read: I will not beta anything above PG13 or anything with slash (gay/lesbian pairings). Otherwise, I am pretty open to most things as long as they are not extremely crude.

Book Artemis Fowl

Cartoon Batman the Animated Series

Book Phantom of the Opera

Movie Sweeney Todd

General Romance

Humor Parody

Angst Fantasy

Hurt/Comfort Friendship