Book II - Beta Readers?

I've been keeping a low profile because I've been working on the sequel, "Betrayed by Beauty." It's taking longer than I thought and will probably not be out until next spring, but the good news is, I think it will be an amazing sequel that the lovers of The Ugly Princess will adore. Let me know if you want to be a beta reader and I'll add your name to the list!

I'm hoping the the sales of The Ugly Princess will improve, or else I'm writing this book for 100 people...love my dedicated readers, but am hoping that we can get Olive out into the world to more readers. With your help, I can. If you loved the book, please recommend to your friends! Thanks so much for your support, Henderson
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Published on October 28, 2014 08:41 Tags: beta-readers, help, sequel
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message 1: by Selena (new)

Selena Pigoni Definitely recommended The Ugly Princess: The Legend of the Winnowwood to my friends that I thought would enjoy it. :)

When you say "Beta Reader" do you mean proofreader? Because I would definitely be interested in that! I used to do it on fanfiction.net a lot.


message 2: by Henderson (last edited Oct 28, 2014 06:21PM) (new)

Henderson Smith Hi Selena,

Thanks so much for recommending The Ugly Princess to your friends, I sincerely appreciate it. To me, a Beta Reader is more than a proof reader (though they are that as well). I'll actually send out the first drafts of the book and want your input on the story itself. If the majority of you hated a plot point to the story, then I need to see if I need to change the story as well. Or if you really hate a character, etc. So, more than a proof reader!

Thanks again, Henderson


message 3: by Selena (new)

Selena Pigoni Henderson wrote: " I'll actually send out the first drafts of the book and want your input on the story itself. "

I consider that part of the job. ;)


message 4: by Henderson (new)

Henderson Smith Then we are of the same mind. Shall I add you to my list?


message 5: by Kelsey (new)

Kelsey Ooh I've been waiting for an update on the sequel! :D
I love The Ugly Princess and recommend it whenever i can. ;)
Even my dad (who does not like reading unless it's something medical or technical really) had to know what my book i got (from you of course ^_^ Thanks again <3) and kept going on about, was about. Lol
And it turns out that he too loved Olive :)
But anyway, I'm excited and i hope you still have me in mind as a beta reader. <3


Virginie (chouettblog) I have literally just turned the last page on The Ugly Princess and it was a fantastic read I will post a review on R4R shortly.
At the same time, if you need more beta rearders I would love to be added to your list.


message 7: by Henderson (new)

Henderson Smith Hello Kelsey and Virginie, Thrilled that you loved the book! I'll definitely put you both down as beta readers and thank you both so very much for your support. Henderson


message 8: by Samantha (new)

Samantha Clysdale I would love to be a beta reader. I would love to see what happens to Olive.

I promise to keep it under wrap in till you want me to tell the world of course.


message 9: by Henderson (new)

Henderson Smith Thank you, Samantha! I'll add you to the list as well.


message 10: by Ava (new)

Ava Rogers You are writing a second one? Whoop Whoop! I hope I can be one of the first to read it! Olive will always be in the back of my mind for inspiration when I need it. Hope I am not to late to be a beta reader.


message 11: by Elyse (new)

Elyse Is it too late to be a beta reader? I just got your book yesterday and i finished it. It was great! I love to write stories and this would be great experience, reading another authors rough draft. I love fantasy. I suggest "The Land Of Stories" to fantasy lovers.


message 12: by Henderson (new)

Henderson Smith Hi Elyse,

No, you're certainly not too late. I will add you to the list and thank you for volunteering. I really appreciate your support and Ava's too! You're on the list too, Ava and thank you!

Thanks, Henderson


message 13: by Elyse (new)

Elyse Great!


message 14: by Elyse (new)

Elyse How will I be getting the beta copy?


message 15: by Henderson (new)

Henderson Smith I'll announce here in this thread when I finish the draft of "Betrayed by Beauty", then email it to all of you still interested. Hopefully, by the summer!


message 16: by Elyse (new)

Elyse Looking forward to reading it!


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