Beta Reading Invitation – Shifting Hearts in the Frost
Mar 23, 2025 10:37 pm
Hello my lovely bookworm ,
Welcome to the Dawnborn Team!
Thank you for joining the Shifting Hearts in the Frost beta reading team! I truly appreciate your time and insight in helping refine this dark fantasy novel. Since the book is under 40,000 words, it should be a fairly quick read.
About the Book
Shifting Hearts in the Frost is a dark fantasy novel set in Dawngarde, a realm where supernatural alliances are tested amidst an unfolding war. Expect primal dynamics, intense magic, and a touch of the forbidden as the characters navigate a world filled with werewolves, magos, and ancient secrets.
This book can be read as a standalone, as it has its own satisfying conclusion. However, it does tie into other stories within the same universe. If you're interested in reading or critiquing those as well, feel free to reach out!
Accessing the Manuscript
✔️ Here's the Google Doc link for those who prefer it.
If you have any access issues, email me at antonellasinnernovels@hotmail.com.
✔️If you prefer PDF or ePub, download your copy here:
Beta Reader Questionnaire
Below is the Beta Reader Questionnaire to help guide your feedback. Answer as thoroughly as possible, and if you need more space, feel free to attach a separate document.
Deadline for Feedback
Please aim to complete your reading and submit feedback within 2-4 weeks of receiving the manuscript. If you need extra time, just let me know—I want this to be an enjoyable and insightful process, not a stressful one!
Feedback & Expectations
I’m open to all constructive feedback, including:
✔️ Plot suggestions and scene recommendations
✔️ Areas that may need expansion or improvement
✔️ Character development and pacing critiques
I’m not afraid to increase the word count or make revisions, so please don’t hold back! As long as feedback is respectful and constructive, I’m happy to discuss any thoughts or suggestions.
Confidentiality
Since this is an early draft, please do not share the manuscript or any details publicly. Your feedback is invaluable, and I appreciate your discretion in keeping this within our beta reading group.
Open Discussion & Check-Ins
I’ll be sending out reminder emails to ensure things are running smoothly. However, if at any point you decide you’re unable to continue beta reading, just let me know—no hard feelings at all. Life gets chaotic, and I completely understand.
If you have any thoughts you’d like to discuss beyond the questionnaire, I’m more than happy to chat! Feel free to reach out anytime—I’d love to hear your insights.
Again, thank you for being part of this process—I’m beyond excited to hear your thoughts!
Best,
Antonella Sinner
