Yes, you read that title correctly. One of an author’s allegedly most useful resources—getting someone read an unpublished work to aid with its revising, also known as a beta reader—is unnecessary. By now, you’re probably yelling at your screen and exiting this essay. If you’re still here, I’ll tell you why I make such a strong statement. (Hint: It’s not AI. What kind of a writer do you take me for?)
Writers: You Don’t Need a Beta Reader
Writers: You Don’t Need a Beta Reader
Writers: You Don’t Need a Beta Reader
Yes, you read that title correctly. One of an author’s allegedly most useful resources—getting someone read an unpublished work to aid with its revising, also known as a beta reader—is unnecessary. By now, you’re probably yelling at your screen and exiting this essay. If you’re still here, I’ll tell you why I make such a strong statement. (Hint: It’s not AI. What kind of a writer do you take me for?)