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Nbelousova
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Can somebody please explain how the beta-exchange works? I haven't used a beta in this competition before, mainly because this is the first time I've managed to complete a draft with time to spare.
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Dark&StormyNight
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You email/exchange your stories and feedback. Use the sheet to find someone who is ‘open’, not in your group, and maybe prefers your genre. Send them a quick email and ask if they’re able to read now. A good idea to do, just so you can get more eyes and thoughts on your story before the deadline.
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eaintree
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Thanks - it only takes a few minutes. I find making the sheets a nice reset for my brain, before each comp. starts.
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kristink
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Hi- Do you edit yourself or use an app? Do you know how much grammar and punctuation counts?
Thank you!!!
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crez
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According to the official rules, spelling and grammar (which presumably includes punctuation) counts for 15%: "15% Format (Adherence to paragraph #14, but not including Length) 15% Spelling and Grammar 70% Story (Writing, Originality, Character Development, and Plot Development)"
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walkietalkiegg
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Much thanks!!!!
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The world is a book and those who do not travel read only a page.
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J. Williamson
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Dumb question time - can someone explain how exactly this beta sheet works? I know it's for proofreading each other's work, but is "open" as in open to people emailing you and asking to swap/critique stories or is it a one-way street? Maybe I'm just overthinking. TIA!
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Suave
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Not being picky here as I don't know how to make one of these, but perhaps your next one can have place for what time zone the person is in? As we are from all over the world it makes it easier to pick out a beta that will have the timing right. Just a thought. Suave.
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LameeseS
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Bumping this back to top
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SuperEllie
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When I click on it it says it's trashed by the owner. Doesn't seem to be working at all.
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