Why Betas are Important

[nix_this]

I was going to do a full post, complete with several choice snippets of snark and Dani-mockery. I will probably still do this. Later.

I think, however, I can sum up the necessity of a good beta with one simple exchange.

From the fisting epic:

Original Text:

"One of the best things about being part of a team and knowing each other's strengths and

Comments

[nix_this]

There are no words XD

[stripedpetunia]

I think your own self-disgust is reward enough.

[nix_this]

XD

At least it wasn't ass butter?

[gadgetorious]

I get my own tag? FUCKING SUCCESS.

[nix_this]

You've made it BB! THIS IS THE BIG TIME XD

[gadgetorious]

Out of curiosity, what does dignity weigh? I just want to know how much I'm worth.

[nix_this]

*g* It depends on where you measure it ;P

You're invaluable to me, bb.

[maxwrite]

Good betas FTW! :D

So difficult to find, though. :( Especially if you write in several different fandoms, you might find yourself needing an entire fleet of betas.

[nix_this]

Indeed. Luckily I am a slow-ass writer who takes forever to decide on appropriate voice, so I haven't hit that issue yet XD

[anoncomment7]

Oh god, that's fucking hilarious. You get distracted even in the middle of hot mansex. How is that even possible?

So, since you're my usual beta (when I can kick my muse into gear, anyway) does that mean I can call you Kitten? *smirk*

Anon7