Why You Can’t Beta Read Your Own Book (And How to Do It Anyways!)

When I talk to my friends about beta reading, sometimes one will say, “Well, I could just read my own book! Why would I hire a beta reader?” Well, with a beta reader, you’ve acquired a second set of eyes. Generally, you only have the pair in your head, and they are attached to your own brain. Your amazing brain, which created your fabulous work of fiction, is completely familiar with the story you wrote.