Catch

by Wanda A. Streigh

He's the Boy who Lived. She's fifteen and unaware that she's a witch. After a chance meeting and a scuffle with dementors, she is swept into the wizarding world, where the two find adventure, friendship, betrayal, and more. Begins in the fifth book.

7. Chapter 7

Author's Note:

I want a beta.

I want a wall to bounce my ideas off of, a person to tell me where to improve, where I need to work on my style. I want a fan of this pairing, a person with high expectations, who will advise me on where to expand, where to add more imagery. I don't need the human equivalent of spell check; I'm pretty good with grammar and spelling on my own. But, of course, a good, solid foundation of the English language is a must. I want a person who will have friendly correspondence with me and offer insight. I want a creative, critical mind on my side. I want someone who will critique me, cajole me, and nudge me if I'm getting off track and should change a few things. And, for the sake of this story, I would like someone who has read the Harry Potter books so I can have a point of reference. I want a good beta I can trust, who will stick with me in the highs and lows of my story, if I decide to continue with it, offering what I need: advice.

I'm new to writing. I've never had a beta before, so I'm not quite sure how to go about getting one or how this relationship will work out. Thus, I posted this announcement.

I realize I have high expectations of a beta, but this is what I want. If you are interested and believe you can meet or exceed my expectations, then please message me.

Thanks :-)