Beta Reader Management
Set up your beta workflow fast: invite readers, gate chapters, collect structured feedback, and see notes in your editor (Notes Panel) or on your book page.
Build Your Beta Reader Network
Invite readers, protect your work with NDAs, and collect structured chapter feedback that helps you improve your manuscript.
See feedback where you work—inside your editor (Notes Panel) or on your book page—while you write. Message readers, send announcements, and rate your best collaborators.
Invite Readers with Ease
Invite beta readers by email with just a few clicks. Add multiple emails at once, personalize your message, and sign the NDA right in the interface. Both you and your readers sign NDAs to protect your work. Invitations are sent automatically, and readers receive clear instructions on how to accept.
Invite multiple beta readers at once with personalized messages and automatic NDA handling.
Everything You Need to Manage Beta Readers
Email Invitations
Invite beta readers by email directly from your book page. Enter multiple emails at once, add a personal message, and send invitations instantly. Readers receive clear instructions and can accept or decline with one click.
- Invite multiple readers at once
- Personalized invitation messages
- Automatic email delivery
- Track invitation status
Your Protection in Mind
Your manuscript is protected by multiple security layers. You have complete control over who sees your work and when. Built-in anti-theft measures prevent unauthorized copying, and legally binding NDAs protect your intellectual property.
- Full author control—approve every reader
- Text selection blocked in reader interface
- Right-click and copy shortcuts disabled
- No downloads—readers must use our app
- Digitally signed NDAs with both parties
- Revoke access anytime, no questions asked
Custom Feedback Forms
Create custom feedback forms with your own questions. Choose between rating scales and text responses. Add follow-up prompts to guide readers toward the insights you need most. Every book can have its own feedback form.
- Create custom questions
- Rating scales and text responses
- Follow-up prompts for clarity
- Per-book customization
Feedback in Editor
See beta reader feedback directly in your editor while you write. All feedback for the current chapter appears in the Notes Panel, organized by reader. Click on feedback to see full details, ratings, and responses to your custom questions.
- Feedback visible while writing
- Organized by reader and chapter
- View full feedback details inline
- No context switching required
Reader Management & Ratings
View detailed profiles for each beta reader and rate their performance. See ratings, review history, genres they prefer, and books they've read for you. Track their progress across all your projects and identify your most valuable readers.
- Rate insightfulness, communication, timeliness
- Reader statistics and review history
- Genre preferences and bio
- Progress tracking per book
- Identify your best readers over time
Instant Messaging
Communicate directly with your beta readers in real-time. Send direct messages, make book-wide announcements, and have conversations about feedback—all within the app. No need to switch to email or external messaging platforms.
- Real-time direct messaging
- Book-wide announcements to all readers
- Typing indicators and read receipts
- Organized message threads per book
Structured Feedback Forms
Beta readers provide feedback through structured forms at the end of each chapter. Customize questions to get the insights you need—rating scales, text responses, and follow-up prompts guide readers toward actionable feedback. Every response is organized and easy to review.
Custom feedback forms guide readers toward the insights you need most, making every review actionable.
Review Feedback Where You Need It
View beta reader feedback from your book page or directly in your editor through the Notes Panel. See all feedback for each chapter, organized by reader. Click on any feedback to see full details, ratings, and responses to your custom questions—all without leaving your writing flow.
Review feedback from your book page or see it inline while you write—your choice, your workflow.
Your Work, Your Control
Beta Reader Management includes comprehensive security features to protect your manuscript. You maintain complete control over who sees your work and when.
Author Approval Required
Every beta reader must be explicitly approved by you before they can access your book. No automatic access—you decide who gets in.
Per-Chapter Control
Control beta availability on a per-chapter level. Release chapters when you're ready, keep others private until you choose to share them.
Digitally Signed NDAs
The approval process includes a legally binding, digitally signed NDA between you and the beta reader. Both parties must sign before access is granted.
Revoke Access Anytime
You can revoke a beta reader's access at any time, for any reason, with no questions asked. It's your work, and you decide who has access.
No Downloads
Beta readers must use our app to read your book. There is no download function whatsoever—your manuscript stays secure in our system.
Built-in Safeguards
Our reader interface blocks text selection, disables right-click, and prevents copy shortcuts (Ctrl+C). Multiple layers of protection keep your work secure.
Why Beta Reader Management Works
Protected Work
NDAs protect your manuscript before readers see it. Both parties sign, and you can download signed agreements anytime.
Structured Feedback
Custom feedback forms guide readers toward the insights you need. Get consistent, actionable feedback every time.
Always Accessible
Feedback appears in your editor while you write. No switching tabs or losing context. See what readers think as you revise.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beta Reader Management?
Beta Reader Management is a comprehensive feature in Writing Crucible that helps authors invite, manage, and collaborate with beta readers. It includes email invitations, NDA management, custom feedback forms, reader ratings, and the ability to see feedback directly in your editor while you write.
How do I invite beta readers?
You can invite beta readers by email directly from your book page. Enter one or more email addresses, add a personal message, and sign the NDA. Invitations are sent automatically, and readers can accept or decline. Both you and the reader sign NDAs to protect your work.
Can I customize the feedback questions?
Yes! You can create custom feedback forms with your own questions. Choose between rating scales and text responses. Add follow-up prompts to guide readers toward the insights you need most.
How do I see beta reader feedback while writing?
Beta reader feedback appears directly in your editor through the Notes Panel. You can see all feedback for the current chapter, organized by reader, without leaving your writing flow. Click on feedback to see full details and ratings.
Can I rate my beta readers?
Yes! After receiving feedback, you can rate readers on insightfulness, communication, and timeliness. These ratings help you identify your most valuable beta readers and track reader performance over time.
How secure is my manuscript with beta readers?
Your manuscript is protected by multiple security layers. You must approve every beta reader before they can access your book. Both parties sign legally binding NDAs. You control access per chapter and can revoke access anytime. Beta readers must use our app—no downloads are possible. The reader interface blocks text selection, right-click, and copy shortcuts to prevent unauthorized copying.
Can I communicate with beta readers directly?
Yes! Our built-in instant messaging system lets you communicate directly with beta readers in real-time. Send direct messages to individual readers, make book-wide announcements to all readers, and have conversations about feedback—all within the app. No need to switch to email or external messaging platforms.
Ready to Build Your Beta Reader Network?
Start inviting beta readers today. Manage NDAs, collect structured feedback, and see reader notes directly in your editor as you write.