I missed a point in the other posting. I think it is rooted in the shift of models from publishing house to author-does-it-all, but it also ties into the change from limited markets to unlimited ones. In any case, I think I'd call it the gatekeepers versus the flood of crud question.
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Writing Excuses Season Four Episode Three: How to Manage Your Influences

From http://www.writingexcuses.com/2010/01/24/writing-excuses-4-3-how-to-manage-your-influences/Key points: we are surrounded by influences, media, people, etc. Being aware of them and conscious of what you select is important. Be conscious of your decisions, what you are ( Read more... )