About Me
Hi, I’m Fiza! I’m a pen pal, a beta reader, a developmental editor, and a creative individual with a journey that started as a ghostwriter. While I enjoyed ghostwriting, beta reading allowed me to connect with stories more deeply, helping authors shape their narratives while bringing out the best in their work.
It’s been almost 3 years and I’ve worked with over 15 authors across various genres. I’m here to provide insightful, thoughtful input that elevates a story beyond the basics. Along the way, my services have naturally expanded into developmental editing. And now, I’m proudly offering my expertise as a developmental editor.
If my journey resonates with you, let’s work together to bring the best out of your story!
“Fiza is professional, thorough, and has the kind of meticulous eye for detail that every writer should hold their work against before it’s released to the public”
Services I Offer
Alpha/Beta Reading
This service package is perfect if you’re looking for an overview of how your manuscript reads after your first draft, …
Light Developmental Editing
This service is for you if you’re looking for a comprehensive analysis of your draft, covering story arcs, characters, …
Developmental/Structural Editing
Choose this service package if you are looking for help with in-depth analysis of the story structure, ensuring the …
Genres I Specialize in
Fantasy
Action
Romance
Dystopian Fiction
Gothic Fiction
Women’s Fiction
Thriller
YA Fiction
Western Fiction
Crime Fiction
Mystery
Sci-Fi
Historical Fiction
Speculative Fiction
Self Help
In case you’re wondering what I don’t read
I draw the line at open-door romance and erotica. They’re just not my suit. I also steer clear of graphic horror or anything too spooky. I like to have a good night’s sleep, haha.
Frequently Asked Questions
My genre isn’t mentioned. Should I reach out?
Absolutely! I’ve listed genres I frequently work with, but I’m open to exploring others. Unless it falls into a genre I don’t read, feel free to reach out. I’m happy to discuss your project.
How do I book your services, and what’s your process?
Once we’ve discussed your project and you’re satisfied with the sample edit, I’ll send over a simple contract and an invoice for a 50% upfront payment. After the signed contract and payment from you, I’ll dive into your manuscript. The remaining 50% will be due upon delivery of the final report or editorial letter.
What is your payment method?
I use Payoneer for payments. If you don’t have an account, no worries. I’ll send a payment request to your email, and you can complete the transaction via card or bank transfer.
What do you need to know to consider my project?
I’ll need your work’s title, synopsis, any trigger warnings, word count, the stage of your manuscript, and the service you’re seeking.
Can I combine your service packages? Will I receive priority or a discount?
If you’re interested in combining services, feel free to drop me a message. I’ll do my best to accommodate your needs. While discounts aren’t guaranteed, let me know if you have any budget constraints, and I’ll see how I can assist.
What is your expected turnaround time? Do you offer rush deliveries?
Turnaround time depends on the word count, manuscript stage, and the service requested. If you have a specific timeline in mind, please let me know before booking so I can check my availability. Rush services may be available at an additional cost, depending on my workload.
Do you offer video calls?
At the moment, I don’t offer video calls. All communication will be handled via email or the “Let’s Chat” button here. I may offer video calls in the future when I’m more comfortable.
My manuscript has explicit content. Should I still reach out to you?
You know your story best! If you believe those scenes don’t need expert advice, or if you’re comfortable with me skipping over those parts, feel free to reach out. I’m happy to work with you as long as we’re on the same page.
Which document type do you prefer?
Yes, once your order has been shipped, you will receive a tracking number via email. You can use this tracking number to track the progress of your shipment on our website or the couriers website.For in-line comments, I prefer Google Docs as it allows me to manage projects efficiently and lets you track my progress in real time. However, if you prefer using Word or PDF, I’m open to that as well.
Testimonials
Beta Reading Duo (In-line comments + Report)
Fiza beta read a book for me, and her read was amazing. Not only did she leave very useful and entertaining in-line comments in the entire novel, she also gave me a very detailed report at the end with great character notes, ideas for improvement, and lots of cohesive, clear thoughts about sections that could use improvement.
I have hired other beta readers on Fiver that have not put in the work. I’m pleased to say Fiza went well above and beyond what I expected of a beta read. If you’re looking for someone professional, timely, engaging, and quick to respond, please look no further. Thanks for all your hard work, Fiza!
Lillie Lemon
Adult Fantasy – STRAY
Beta Reading Duo (In-line comments + Report)
Fiza provided beta reader services for my book and I wanted to take a moment to highlight her for her excellent work.
She was extremely communicative through the whole process, met deadlines, and provided extremely useful feedback on my project. I found her insights to be nuanced and thoughtful, and I very much appreciated her sense of humor.
I would definitely seek out Fiza again for any other writing projects in the future!
Ashley Neely
Gothic Fantasy/Horror – The Blood Red Room
Light Developmental Editing
Fiza read a book for me a little while back and I wanted to leave a comment here to say how appreciative I am of the amazing and dedicated work she did. I had worked with a few other readers on this piece, but none did as cohesive and enlightening a read as Fiza. Not only did she leave detailed comments throughout the entirety of the piece, but she even provided a stunning reader report that totaled about 10+ pages featuring an insightful summary of her thoughts on the piece as well as notes for each chapter.
Most importantly, I felt that Fiza put in the effort to connect with and understand the piece in a way other readers have not done. A lot of beta readers you find online are also writers, and it’s pretty clear they have a “you should have done it my way” kind of approach. With Fiza, she will take the time to know you and understand why and how you write the way you do. Because of this approach, I felt that her feedback was even more insightful since she empathizes with your personal writing and revising process and uses that knowledge to inform her feedback.
I’ve told her this already, but thank you so much for all the help you gave me Fiza! I would recommend her 1000x over to any writer looking for a beta reader that is dedicated, hard-working, smart and caring. Thank you again.
Cameron Siloway
Fantasy – Manabourne
Beta Reading
I hired Fiza for in-line comments only, but what really impressed me from the start is getting a long email addressing how she felt about the story and some aspects that stood out to her, which was something I wasn’t expecting but it was very welcomed. She also answered my beta reader questions in a good amount of detail so that also was very welcomed.
I only write long reviews for beta readers who I think other authors would benefit from hiring and who I don’t think are pressuring me to write a good review. I know it can be stressful to get constant emails to review a beta reader on Goodreads that you don’t really want to review or who you didn’t think did the best but feel pressured to leave a positive review anyways, especially as a debut author.
I DID NOT feel pressured or felt the need to do that with Fiza! She is amazing and I can say with great confidence she delivers and my review is 100 percent authentic! She made over 1000 comments which took me a few hours to get through but that’s nothing but a good thing! It means she took her job seriously and read my book and left a lot of detail. It was very helpful to see her raw and honest reactions as she read because it’s helpful for me to see how a reader would react to my story in real time. I never felt discouraged when reading her comments. In fact I smiled a lot and felt very comfortable.
A lot of her comments were very funny and she raised a lot of questions but that’s exactly what I was looking for! I really wanted to know what would pique a reader’s curiosity or cause confusion so her commenting style was excellent for that. I didn’t hire her for a reader’s report but the way she communicated with me over email and how she commented made me regret not hiring her for a reader’s report as well! I will next time for sure.
Kala Na Pernas
Experimental YA Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Light Developmental Editing
Fiza was an excellent beta reader – in fact, she functioned more like a developmental editor than a beta! She had thoughtful insight into every aspect of my book.
The book Fiza beta read for me is a dystopian Sci-Fi story. Fiza gave intricate feedback regarding complex worldbuilding and asked pertinent questions. She even found a few small plotholes in the worldbuilding!
Her understanding of characters, story arc, and nuance are all impressive and invaluable to any author seeking beta feedback. I recommend hiring Fiza to beta-read your project before finalizing your draft for publishing.
I especially enjoyed Fiza’s inline reader reactions to the story, which both entertained me and helped me identify places where I could be more or less explicit in my use of details.
I will be hiring Fiza again!
Kate Clancy Phillips
Dystopian Sci-Fi Romance – By Dust & Duty
Light Developmental Editing
This is my third time working with Fiza and she continues to be vital to the quality of my final published manuscripts.
Her feedback is always insightful and detailed, and there is no minor plot hole that misses her keen eye!
Fiza delivers beta reading services at the level of a developmental editor. I plan to hire her for full dev editing services for my next book!
On a personal note, Fiza is always quick to reply and generous in giving her time and energy to a project. She is a delight to work with and I’m SO HAPPY to call her a partner in my publishing journey!
Hire Fiza; you’ll be glad you did!
5/5 stars.
Kate Clancy Phillips
Dystopian Sci-Fi Romance – By Rain & Rot
Light Developmental Editing
Fiza was absolutely wonderful and by far, the most helpful beta reader I have hired. Fiza was very careful to critique with respect. She knows that writers often wear their hearts on their sleeve and made sure her comments were a positive criticism and not something that will make you want to crawl under your bedcovers and lay there for months or until you have licked your wounds.
I plan on hiring Fiza again. And again. And again if she is still available. I foresee Fiza going far with her career, as either a book coach or something in that vein. Whatever it will be, I know Fiza will succeed. Her understanding to what your story needs is astounding. I cannot rave enough about her. I believe that after her beta read, my story will get to where it will belong. Wherever that is (but hopefully on bookshelves).
Thank you again for your wonderful comments and critique! Forever grateful.
Mandy aka Freya Jensen Brandt
YA Paranormal/Horror – The Hidden
Beta Reading Duo (In-line comments + Report)
Fiza does it again! I just had another book read by her, and her work is just wonderful. This manuscript was less well developed than my previous one, and she was great at showing me places that needed improvement, both for the character and for the story overall. Generally speaking her feedback is good, both entertaining and useful in turns. I highly recommend her if you need any beta reading done.
Lillie Lemon
YA Fantasy – ACOLYTE
Beta Reading Duo (In-line comments + Report)
Fiza did the beta reading for my first book and her review and comments were very insightful and constructive. While very respectful, she points out any inconsistencies and gives suggestions where others just told me they liked my writing.
It was great seeing her comments on my story as she read and then reading her full report after. I am so excited to start editing my manuscript with a fresh set of eyes.
Highly recommended and I will definitely use Fiza for my next book 🙂
Megan Sleigh
Dark Fantasy Romance – Hunting in Starlight
Beta Reading Duo (In-line comments + Report)
Fiza has proven to be an excellent beta reader for me. She was thorough, honest and attentive. Fiza covered all of the areas that I requested and more, all to great detail. Her ability to take time to receive follow up questions and engage in conversations about certain aspects of my manuscript was very appreciated. I’ll be in contact with her again for the next one.
Danard Holmes
Thriller/Mystery – Ten Tennis Players
Beta Reading Duo (In-line comments + Report)
I really appreciated your feedback! I was a bit unsure about the comments being left throughout the story since I like more constructive comments, but when I read through your report I just realized you were having a good time. Your report was extremely detailed and gave me so many ideas on the ways I can improve things and enhance the story. Thank you so much for looking things over and taking the time to read about my world and get to know the girls. Hopefully, you’ll see it in a bookstore someday.
Isabelle Roberge
High Fantasy – Greenhorn – The Judge
Beta Reading Duo (In-line comments + Report)
Thanks to Fiza, I gained valuable insight from a reader’s perspective. As a writer, we want to make sure the story is coming across the way we intend it to, and Fiza helped make sure of that. From helpful commentary, to breaking down character development, world building, and plot holes, she offers it all. The Beta Report Fiza offered at the end of her read was insightful and provided crucial details to make my story better. I intend to use her services again and would recommend her in a heartbeat.
B. L. Lewis
New Adult Romantasy – Lies of the Wicked
Light Developmental Editing
Fiza is incredible. This is the second book she’s beta read for me, and really, her feedback is at the level of a developmental editor in my opinion. I can’t wait to have her read my next book.
Fiza is professional, thorough, and has the kind of meticulous eye for detail that every writer should hold their work against before it’s released to the public.
Her understanding of character development, story arcs, pacing, formal writing structure, and technical accuracy are underpinned by the emotional core of a lifelong reader. Her beta feedback and inline comments gave me valuable insight into the reader’s experience.
Hire Fiza; you won’t be disappointed!
Kate Clancy Phillips
Dystopian Sci-Fi Romance – By Frost & Forge
Beta Reading Duo (In-line Comments + Report)
Fiza recently beta-read a Western I wrote and stood out among several other beta readers. Her feedback was a perfect blend of supportive and constructive, honest, and direct. It was clear she invested considerable time and truly understood the story, offering both big-picture observations and detailed insights into character motivations and plot holes. I was so impressed that I wanted her to beta-read another book I’m writing. I absolutely recommend her.
Christopher Tubbs
Western Fiction – Blood Red Harvest
Beta Reading
I guess I’m not the only one who goes back to Fiza for reading. This is the second time I’ve worked with Fiza, and I have to say she blew me away once again. There’s something about her approach that’s unique to other readers. She doesn’t read as if she’s manipulating the work, trying to make it fit her own vision like so many others do – instead, she picks up on your own personal style and runs with it, marking moments that diverge from the intention of the piece and highlighting stand-out scenes and lines that make the work powerful.
If you’re looking for a reader with a growth-mindset who is committed to helping you make YOUR work better, Fiza is the one to go to. She’s inspired me to stay committed to my vision and passions, regardless of what others have said to make me question myself. I’m not even sure she realizes the impact she’s had on me as a writer, but it has been profound.
Cameron Siloway
YA Romance – In the forest snow
Beta Reading Duo (In-line comments + Report)
I recently hired Fiza to take a look at my horror-fantasy novel as a beta reader, and I was extremely pleased with her thorough and thoughtful notes. She took great care to provide helpful feedback on the plots, pacing, characters, and world-building.
I highly recommend Fiza if you’re looking for a second set of eyes on your manuscript as I found her service to be supremely helpful. I look forward to working with her again on a future project.
Thanks, Fiza!
Jeffrey Hall
Horror-Fantasy – Under a God-Made Mountain
Beta Reading
Hi Fiza, Your report is excellent, great job, thank you very much. I owe you $** however your report is comprehensive; please send me an invoice for $***.
Charles Parselle
Sci-fi-Fantasy – The Concise History of Parrott
Beta Reading Duo
She delivered great in-line commentary and provided answers to all my requested questions. This was all very useful in trying to understand how my readers understood the story as it developed. I would definitely recommend her to other people. She also responded to my questions in a timely manner. Thank you!
Lee Hunts
Grimdark fantasy – 2 Books
Beta Reading
Fiza is a delight to work with — sharp, insightful, professional, timely, a pleasure to work with!
Holiday Mathis
Contemporary romance – How to Fail Epically in Hollywood
Beta Reading
Fiza is extremely professional and very easy to work with. Definitely thrilled that we connected here and I got a chance to discuss my work 🙂 Thank you for your feedback!
Richa Seth
Romance – Cheers to Three
Beta Reading
Hi Fiza, good to hear from you. The comments/report was very comprehensive and super useful. Thank you so much. I’ll reach out to you for future projects.
Christopher Tubbs
Psychological thriller – To Death Do Us Part
Beta Reading
Excellent feedback. Highly recommended.
Shariffaizullah
Self-Help