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In this episode of ‘Way-Word Writers,’ hosts Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer welcome guest Cherie Postill to discuss training beta readers and selling more books. Cherie, author of How to Train a Beta Reader and Sell More Books, shares her insights on the importance of beta readers, the process of creating and using a beta reader toolkit, and how to collect valuable feedback. She also explains how to recruit the right beta readers, the significance of their feedback, how to address conflicting feedback, and her unique approach to nurturing a community of knowledgeable and engaged beta readers. Cherie’s practical advice aims to help writers refine their manuscripts based on actionable insights and ensure that their books resonate with their target audience.
00:00 Introduction to Way-Word Writers
00:59 Meet Cherie Postill: Author and Speaker
03:08 Cherie’s Writing Journey
04:14 The Importance of Beta Readers
13:06 Training Your Beta Readers
13:45 Building Your Beta Reader Toolkit
14:33 Gathering and Utilizing Feedback
18:53 Incentives for Beta Readers
20:12 Finding Your First Beta Readers
22:53 Setting Beta Reader Expectations
24:02 Critique Partners vs. Beta Readers
25:28 Handling Conflicting Feedback
27:48 Stages of Beta Reading
29:47 The Importance of Genre-Specific Feedback
33:33 Finding and Qualifying Beta Readers
35:48 The Role of Beta Readers in Crafting a Story
38:11 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Find out more about Cherie Postill HERE!
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