Alright., Flame-proof vest on. Options

[mplantinga]

I think it might be worthwhile to take a step back and ask ourselves what fan fiction is all about.

Step, step, step, breathe.

Okay. Most of us read fan fiction for fun. Perhaps some of us, like me, read it to help us feel better. Maybe we are procrastinating and find fanfics to be a good diversion. Regardless, we read for fun.

If we are reading for fun, our comments should reflect how much we enjoyed the story. Perhaps it wasn't perfect, or maybe we would have done something differently, but if we enjoyed the story, then we should say so.

Having said that, well written stories are more enjoyable. It is easier to appreciate the actual story if things like spelling, grammar, and flow do not interfere with our understanding. If we see things in a story that could be improved, and thus make the story more enjoyable, then we should feel free to say so. But this should always be done in a spirit of encouragement, as ways to improve the story rather than as problems that need fixing.

Sometimes the only comments a person will have might be as simple as "well done," other times someone will have a lot more to say. We should feel free to comment as we feel appropriate, providing encouragment and suggestions when they feel right.

Finally, let's try to keep chorrol.com a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for all people to visit. I know that this is one of my favorite things about this site, and I would hope that this can be preserved.