Like, the big typo in this post also probably took you out of it

Sure, there are always jerk reviewers who will overstep their role and their attitude, but in the more appropriate and measured instances, I think approaching a note as "something here lost my audience's attention" is a pretty solid approach.

I've also adapted this in how I've looked at some R&Rs I've received. Peer review is still fundamentally broken, but if I take a breath and realize *something* didn't work here, I think it becomes a better narrative in revision.

I've started adopting this in how I work with my students, particularly my graduate students. As researchers, I don't think we don't view writing papers and articles as storytelling, but that's what it is. And you want to keep your reader immersed in your story.

Thank you!! I hope so!!

Okay it turns out I just needed a snack

I'm so thankful for my agent @jahbarchart.bsky.social and Aevitas Creative Management for believing in this project and all of their endless support!

I was called an 18 year old 😂

Thanks!! It has been a fun one!!!