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The Shadow Syndicate
Psychological ThrillerDraft v2 • 18 Chapters • 68,400 words • 24 active beta readers
Chapter Retention & Pacing Heatmap
Real-time reader completion per chapter
92% of readers were captivated by the Chapter 3 cliffhanger. Attention slightly dipped on page 48; tightening Marcus's monologue before the murder will restore maximum tension.
Recent Reader Insights
Live"The ending of Chapter 3 gave me chills. I genuinely suspected David until Marcus entered the warehouse. Couldn't put it down!"
"Dialogue in scene 2 is razor sharp. On page 48 I was slightly confused about the timeline between the phone call and the car."
How StoryPulse Works
A seamless workflow designed specifically for authors and their beta readers.
Upload & Split
Upload your Word document (.docx). We automatically split it into chapters so readers can digest it piece by piece.
Set Questions
Add specific questions at the end of every chapter. Ask about pacing, character motivation, or confusing plot points.
Analyze Data
Readers answer your questions. You get a beautiful dashboard showing exactly what works and what needs a rewrite.
Everything you need to perfect your manuscript.
Built by authors, for authors. We stripped away the noise so you can focus on the story.
Drop-off Analytics
See exactly which chapter makes readers stop reading. Visual heatmaps tell you where your pacing slows down so you know exactly where to tighten the plot.
Gamified Reading
Readers earn Karma points for leaving quality feedback. Top readers get featured on the leaderboards.
Beta Swaps
Find other authors in the Explore tab and trade feedback chapter for chapter.
1-Click Export
Export your entire manuscript with all reader feedback appended per chapter.
Privacy-First AI Synthesis
100% FreeOur AI acts as your personal editor, summarizing dozens of reader comments into clear trends, consensus, and actionable advice.
Fair pricing for independent authors.
No predatory contracts, no corporate software prices. Just pick the option that fits your writing process.
Starter
To test the waters or use with your trusted critique partner.
- 1 Active manuscript
- Up to 3 beta readers
- Basic chapter questionnaires
Manuscript Pass
The price of a paperback. Perfect if you release 1-2 books a year.
- 6 months full Pro access for 1 book
- Unlimited beta readers
- Heatmaps & pacing analytics
- AI-generated feedback synthesis
- Data stays accessible forever after expiration
Author Studio
The price of a coffee. For prolific writers and series authors.
- Unlimited concurrent books
- Unlimited beta readers
- All Pro features always active
- Cancel anytime
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