Ugh. A "professional beta reader" just finished "reading" my manuscript. The report from them is obviously generated by AI. The repeated use of "profound", "unforgettable", and "luminous" throughout the report, and the phrasing of the sentences have AI fingerprints all over it. And then there is a Matrix-type glitch in the reporting that a human would catch (four chapter groupings had the same copy/paste review). I'm trying not to feel cheated, as it did fact-check and correct a couple of oversights. How do I respond to this "beta-reader" and protect myself from future disappointment?

Hi everyone, Wishing you all a warm holiday season (it's literally warm for those of you in the southern hemisphere!). I'm Balaka, author of a few books in English and Bengali, my mother tongue. My latest book, Poised and Prepared, is about empowering young women to fortify their physical safety and building awareness for building safer communities. I'm here to learn so much about marketing and becoming a paid speaker. It's an endless learning curve, and I'm energized to take small, consistent steps toward that goal. Wishing you all the success you're dreaming around your books. Warmly, Balaka

Hey everyone I just want to introduce myself, oh and wish you all a Happy Holiday 🥰 love n light for 2026 💫 My vision is to publish my first children’s book that I started a few weeks ago from a little thought and image 🤩

Reflecting on childhood memories over the holidays is a given. Watching holiday classics evokes nostalgia, reminding me of the lessons that quality time together fills the heart. Quality time with the family watching a movie is that similar fulfilling experience to quality time with myself writing- contributing to this community. The writing journey of my first book began for me over 2 years ago just before the holidays. My writer’s journey began a quarter century before that. I attended a writers workshop in Chautauqua, NY, this story will be featured this coming week on my Substack. Follow here: https://brittanysunshinerae.substack.com So, Why is now the best time for my book to publish? ☀️ Beta readers have said, “Your stories are classic, relevant, and relatable.” ☀️ Young adults struggle now, more than ever with finding purpose. ☀️ Interactive books are what readers need in 2026 from @Julie Broad Interested to learn more about your publishing journey- How did you know that you were ready to publish your first book? #sunshineforthesoul #Self-Publish & Succeed #inspirevibrantenergy

Wishing everyone a safe and joyous Holiday Season!