Betas List
I would like to encourage anyone who would like to become a Beta Reader to either fill out the form at the bottom of the page, or contact TJ directly.
Name/Pen name: DD
Email: topsamtn@yahoo.com
Experience:I am versed in all seasons of both shows, and
I have most of the eps on tape to refresh my memory if I need to
for storyline type information. I am knowledgable of the BDSM lifestyle.
Turnaround time:My turn-around time is 2-3 days, unless I'm
in the middle of a class project (I am a student), and then I let
the author know upfront it may be longer.
Preferences for Xander: I prefer Xander as a sub.
Dislikes: I won't read stories with major character deaths.
Likes: Barring the above, I'm pretty open.
Specialties: My specialty is spelling and grammar. I can
and will beta ALL story ratings.
Name/Pen name: Connor
Email: connor_angels_assassin@yahoo.com
Experience:Sory, no experience in Xander fics. Although,
I normally beta for the Watchers Council with Spike, Angel or Connor
fics.
Turnaround time:A few days to a week.
Preferences for Xander: Either Sub or Dom, don't mind.
Dislikes: Dislikes any of the pizza joke crap, sorry but
it's just not funny. Also, graphic Het.
Likes: I prefer fic's with Connor, Spike or Angel as the
main pairing.
Specialties: Specialties are alot of the angst or horror.
I do that alot in NC-17 fics.
Name/Pen name: Shimmeree
Email: lakshmi242003@yahoo.com
Experience:Not much beta but I proof read academic stuff
regularly.
Turnaround time:A few days to a week.
Preferences for Xander: No preference stated.
Dislikes: I dislike graphic het.
Likes: I like Xander and Spike with Angel thrown in for variety.
Also, first times.
Specialties: Basic grammar, punctuation and syntax errors.
I'm good with plot transitions and I'm willing to help in any other
areas that need it.
Name/Pen name: Adunaphel
Email: victoriaannford@hotmail.com
Experience:I haven't had any but I'm, an A* english student
and if you point out what you don't like (plot wise) I'll look and
give an honest opinion.
Turnaround time: I'll try and do it ASAP think max of a week
for a long story.
Preferences for Xander: Sub, but I'm willing to read either.
Dislikes: I haven't found anything I particularly don't like
so just try me.
Likes: Pretty much everything.
Specialties: Spelling, most things - I'm an all round kinda
babe.
Name/Pen name: Brenda Merkley
Email: thumper7100@msn.com
Experience: I haven't beta read anything before but would
be willing to give a go.
Turnaround time: 3 or4 days at most.
Preferences for Xander: I like either
Dislikes: I don't have any dislikes.
Likes: I like Spike and Xander and also threesomes with Angel,
Spike and Xander.
Specialties: I am really good with spelling, grammar and
punctuation. I can usually catch those kind of mistakes in things
that I read.
Name/Pen name: Kerr_behr
Email: miss-sunny-dale@talk21.com
Experience: Very little. But I have written a little fic
and have read lots, and have beta'ed for a couple of friends.
Turnaround time: A week.
Preferences for Xander: Either Submissive/Dominant
Dislikes: Not too keen on Spike!
Likes: Don't really know till I read it! So I'll say very
little dislikes.
Specialties: Offer helpful critisism, on plot, and character.
Good at ego fluffing if needed (of writer). Will try to point out
basic grammer and spelling mistakes. Will try to help where I can.
Name/Pen name: Pat Fuenzalida
Email: pat7289@earthlink.net
Experience: None but willing to give anything a go.
Turnaround time: 2 days
Preferences for Xander: Either
Dislikes: None as of yet.
Likes: Xander & Spike or a threesome with Angel
Specialties: None as of yet but they will come with experience.
Below are some more Beta resources:
S/X
and Violence
BTVS
Writers Guild
Beta Form