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Subject:Re: 'author' vs. 'write' From:Wally Glassett <wallyg -at- THEGRID -dot- NET> Date:Wed, 28 May 1997 19:25:01 -0700
I'm glad we've finally agreed that it's ok to author things. The term
can also be used to describe a group or collaborative effort where more
traditional terms such as editor or manager are not completely accurate.
Is it a little 'trendy?' Sure, but I'm in my mid fifties and I've seen a
lot of vernacular come and go.
Best to all,
Wally Glassett
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