We have a couple of tips for those of you who are new feeders:
1) Try not to use nicknames for hgs unless they're well known.
2) Don't stress by trying to get every single word - UNLESS it's a vital conversation. Just write what's happening. If using quotes, please be as accurate a possible as to not misquote what was said.
3) Avoid bias in what you update
To avoid making biased comments when updating, avoid negative descriptors when describing how a HG is acting such as
'bitching',
'whining',
'moaning',
'angry' etc.
These often come across as a biased opinion/interpretation of a HG to their fans and moderators have to step in.
Words such as
'said' and
'complain' can be used instead in many situations.
4) Keep personal comments out, please. If you need to, do this: (ed: I'm out) ed=editor of course. You can say other things as needed too.
Updates should not contain any commentary that does not add clarification or context to an update.
Commentary includes, but is not limited to:
- Adding 'LOL' or other reactions to the end of an update.
- Adding comments using '(Ed.)' notes that do not add context/clarification to an update.
- Telling other updaters they are wrong. Post a correction or clarification, then report/flag the update for moderators to handle.
Readers appreciate what you do, but they do not want to read personal opinions and one sided coverage.
To provide the best updates, please follow the above guidelines.
Thank you for contributing!
