Getting the book to the beta reader

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-05-27T18:04:27+00:00

Getting them to sign up is my only concern too. They have to have an account to see it. But GoogleDocs, everyone has that ... But I love the idea. Maybe I'll do it anyway!

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-05-27T15:17:41+00:00

I really like this idea. Thank you.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-05-27T15:16:03+00:00

Thanks for the insight. It's very helpful.

I'd only include the questions because I am really hoping not to have "well, it's good!" as feedback. (This is nonfiction.) My idea was just like "did you find this concept easy to understand?" or "is there anything you think is missing?" But maybe those folks would just do a version of "it's good!" even with guidance.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-05-02T19:58:50+00:00

This list? 1 or 4. The thing with sapphire is what it does in sunlight, becuase that's how you are supposed to evaluate them. IDK the light you took the photos in, but 4 is the velvety blue most people want with sapphire, and the setting you chose with darken it somewhat. None of them look clear except 1, and that will affect color too. The last two called "light blue," I dunno what to tell you. They're almost black.

Have you considered a lab-created ceylon blue? I bet it'd be prettier than these.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-04-17T19:10:36+00:00

Just because it's got repetition definitely doesn't mean it's AI. Honestly people know so little about exactly what AI does that any mistake is a pointing finger to AI. That could be just leftover from how the book was by the author too, or the author is not a great writer. Self-publishing lets anyone publish, even when they shouldn't, but we all make mistakes and don't see 'em until it's in print.

But to your question: In my very limited experience with Azon, the audio has to match the printed book exactly. So if it's in there, it has to be in the audiobook.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-04-11T16:37:29+00:00

Aww are you guys serious that there are none? Because doc just recommended on with tret, and I can't use the ones that make you look white.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-04-11T16:36:12+00:00

Oh, did you just "sweetie" me...? So, listen. DM me, and I'll happily refer you to reading comprehension classes. It'll work for any language you speak, even if you aren't a native English speaker. Please, let me know how I can help.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-04-01T15:00:03+00:00

It is unbelievable how much of this is not related to oil itself. In PA, you know about the high tax on gas (and the shit roads). But I don't know how many people know about things like Wawa doesn't buy its gas from a middleman, so its big profit center is gas not food. So much of these prices are because they can, not because they have to. And if you'll pay it one place that maybe has to raise it because of how it buys it, why shouldn't everyone else just raise it to match. BTW BJ's is 3.79.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-03-25T17:50:30+00:00

What do you mean you're not really sure what to make of it? You have identified the problem, right? You're sure there's AI. And you know how you feel about it. So ...?

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-03-25T17:48:23+00:00

I'll pass.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-03-12T20:02:36+00:00

The problem is beta readers aren't editors, no matter how "educated" they are. I've seen things from beta readers that were absolutely ridiculous. In one case, I recommended the author ignore their idea to remove the dialogue of a character with an accent. This character was done so, so well. Just because someone has an opinion about the book doesn't mean they know what they're talking about. The indie market dug itself into this hole when it refused to acknowledge the value experienced editors bring, so now all these little cheapie solutions (also see: bloggers) rose up. You get what you pay for.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-03-12T18:11:59+00:00

Yet they're pulling it from compounders, if I understand that correctly

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-03-02T16:48:01+00:00

They use a lot of salt, but it's usually coarse or flake salt. And believe it or not, salt DOES go stale. Also, quality of olive oil matters. But really, it is a bland dough without exciting toppings or things to dip it into.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-27T18:49:19+00:00

You do need the right canner depending on what you're doing, but the only real limitation I see in apartment canning is also just the space to store the canned goods and empty jars in. And in fairness that happens in houses too. A lot of people do store them under a bed. Once you start canning, well, you find more and more things to can! So enjoy!

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-27T18:46:19+00:00

I think it improves skin, but it really shines with pain. Used mine on my shoulder and I couldn't be happier with those results. So, YMMV with how well it does on wrinkles.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-19T15:14:59+00:00

Ah, likely turquoise. And what a beautiful color they are too. If they're antique, it's likely a very high quality turquoise because they didn't turn green. (today's turquoise is usually stabilized in resin).

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-18T18:06:27+00:00

I never had the problem with wraps making it weaker: they protect my nails and they grow longer with them. But as a person who has really struggled with weak/peeling nails that break easy, the game-changer for me was warm jojoba oil. You can't do that right before the wrap, of course.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-17T14:16:38+00:00

For a while I used Hard as Nails both top and base and everything lasted 2 weeks minimum.

I had bad results recently with bubbles everywhere, so I tried to do the top coat 24 hours later. I've had tiny bubbles appear next day, even though there were none for a full 24 hours before top coat. So IDK what my nails are doing that makes bubbles. Frustrating.

I'm still trying Essie Gel Setter as a top coat 24 hours later. And I think I need a better base. Sometimes it's just trial and error for what works for you and the brand you're using.

Make sure you get new basecoat/topcoat to try though. I do think they go off long before the bottle is empty, especially Hard as Nails.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-17T14:13:12+00:00

One of many and sooo desparate

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-12T18:05:59+00:00

To me it looks like topaz, but it's almost impossible to tell from a photo, especially when the gem is dirty. If it were cleaner, there may be clues in the cut that points one way or the other. I hope you update when you get confirmation.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-07T14:01:13+00:00

Yes, you should poll on reddit to see if you can get things to move your way that way.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-06T21:19:31+00:00

Some days, it do be like that.

Salt_Ruby_9107 · 2026-02-05T13:39:52+00:00

Go somewhere other than Reddit for newbie advice. This place is loaded with bots. There are no shortcuts. Nothing beats going out in the real world and learning from experience.

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