Thursday, November 17, 2011

Gratitude for My Colleagues Who Read My Drafts

We often hear about how great writers write multiple drafts, and get feedback from their editors, colleagues, friends, spouses, and others. Here I want to point out that far humbler writers, such as myself, benefit greatly from the same process as well: writing many drafts, and getting constructive criticism from colleagues and friends. I want to thank the colleagues/friends in my field who read my drafts and give me such helpful suggestions. It happens that right now two of my colleagues, one local and one not, are reading a draft of a chapter I am writing, and I thank them very much for it. Their input will make a difference; they help me to be a better writer. I wish for every writer such helpful colleagues and friends!

2 comments:

  1. As one whose drafts you've read on several occasions, I'm extremely grateful for the incisive and generous feedback you always offer. It's only fitting that you too benefit from colleagues' comments on your drafts.

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  2. Thanks, Sarah! That is so kind of you to say. I truly enjoy reading your drafts, because I always learn from them and find them thought-provoking.

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