2025-09-05 21:28:36
Thank You, Beta Readers!
Every author knows that a book is never truly finished until it’s in the hands of its first readers. It’s a terrifying, exhilarating, and humbling experience all at once. My Young Adult crime manuscript has just reached that pivotal stage, and I’m bursting with gratitude.
A huge, heartfelt thank you to my incredible team of beta readers. You know who you are. You dedicated your valuable time, poured over the pages, and offered the kind of honest, constructive feedback that is a gift to any writer.
It’s one thing to live in the world you’ve created, to know every character’s secret and every plot twist by heart. But it’s another to have someone step into that world for the first time and show you what works and what doesn’t. Your insights into the plot, character development, and pacing were invaluable. You pointed out a few clever clues I didn’t even realise I had laid out, and you confirmed that the final twist hit just as it should.
Your encouragement meant the world to me. The writing journey can feel solitary, and knowing I had a team of cheerleaders and critical thinkers behind me made all the difference. This manuscript is so much stronger because of your help, and for that, I am truly grateful. Now, it’s time to get back to work and apply all your brilliant feedback!
Want to dive into more gripping reads?
If you love a good mystery, be sure to check out my other novels!
- For a high-stakes thriller: My novel Killing a Dead Man will keep you on the edge of your seat.
- For a decade-spanning mystery: Explore the past in Untitled Decade.
Both are available now on Amazon!
New Release by Siobhian R. Hodges Author
Unitiled Decade
Siobhian R. Hodges is a talented writer and creative visionary, with a passion for young adult fiction and film. Her debut novel, Killing a Dead Man, and coming-of-age anthology, Untitled Decade, showcase her unique style and cinematic storytelling. With more projects in the works, Siobhian’s fans can look forward to experiencing her creative genius in the years to come.
