Thought for the Day

[leethet]

Though I hope I'll have at least one more, as it's early yet.

A lot of people think they want constructive criticism. Until they get it. Then they realize it's not a synonym for unthinking praise.

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[leethet.livejournal.com]

And really, Glennagirl's point about courtesy is valid - I don't pull punches when I edit, but I also try to be courteous about how I offer my comments, and to not use judgmental, personal language (like the language I use to myself when I'm editing my own stuff - the very air turns blue). That said, I've given up offering corrective advice to a writer I don't know, even when they post "all comments welcome" or "constructive criticism welcome," having, like you, been burned too often.

What I think of people who think their work is flawless is my business. But what I wish is that people would be honest about what they're willing to hear. Imagine that in the header: Feedback: Praise only! :-)