Before your book is ready for publication, it needs one final round of testing — and that means real readers.
A beta reader is your first true audience: someone who reads your near-final manuscript and tells you what’s working, what isn’t, and where the story could shine brighter. It’s the kind of honest, early feedback that can transform your book before it ever goes to print.
At Stacks Publishing, we take the guesswork (and the awkward asking) out of finding beta readers. Our Beta Reading Service connects you with a ready-made pool of engaged readers from The Substack Bookstore ecosystem — a growing community of 2,500+ authors and readers who love indie books and want to support emerging voices.
We handle the entire process for you:
Write and post your beta reader callout to the Free Books, First Substack community
Send your book privately via BookFunnel (your readers never see or share each other’s emails)
Gather and organise feedback so you can review everything in one place
Coordinate reminders and deadlines to keep feedback timely and useful
Your readers will share candid, structured insights about pacing, clarity, character development, and overall flow — the kind of feedback that friends and family can’t provide.
Why it works:
These aren’t random forum volunteers. They’re part of a supportive, book-loving community led by Fleur Hull, bestselling author and founder of Stacks Publishing and The Substack Bookstore. Fleur personally oversees your campaign, ensuring your book is placed in front of the right readers in your genre.
Beta readers aren’t paid — they participate because they love discovering new authors and shaping great stories before anyone else.
Perfect for: Authors preparing for their final edit or polish before publication.
Ready to strengthen your book before launch?
Book your Beta Reading Service today and let us help you gather the insights that turn a good manuscript into a great one.
Please note there is an additional charge of US$5 to join the Free Books First Substack.
Before your book is ready for publication, it needs one final round of testing — and that means real readers.
A beta reader is your first true audience: someone who reads your near-final manuscript and tells you what’s working, what isn’t, and where the story could shine brighter. It’s the kind of honest, early feedback that can transform your book before it ever goes to print.
At Stacks Publishing, we take the guesswork (and the awkward asking) out of finding beta readers. Our Beta Reading Service connects you with a ready-made pool of engaged readers from The Substack Bookstore ecosystem — a growing community of 2,500+ authors and readers who love indie books and want to support emerging voices.
We handle the entire process for you:
Write and post your beta reader callout to the Free Books, First Substack community
Send your book privately via BookFunnel (your readers never see or share each other’s emails)
Gather and organise feedback so you can review everything in one place
Coordinate reminders and deadlines to keep feedback timely and useful
Your readers will share candid, structured insights about pacing, clarity, character development, and overall flow — the kind of feedback that friends and family can’t provide.
Why it works:
These aren’t random forum volunteers. They’re part of a supportive, book-loving community led by Fleur Hull, bestselling author and founder of Stacks Publishing and The Substack Bookstore. Fleur personally oversees your campaign, ensuring your book is placed in front of the right readers in your genre.
Beta readers aren’t paid — they participate because they love discovering new authors and shaping great stories before anyone else.
Perfect for: Authors preparing for their final edit or polish before publication.
Ready to strengthen your book before launch?
Book your Beta Reading Service today and let us help you gather the insights that turn a good manuscript into a great one.
Please note there is an additional charge of US$5 to join the Free Books First Substack.
