And let me add one more point. I don't know about others, but when I've made a point that I think had some value, I really appreciate when people respond with "good point," or "I agree," or "I like that point, and would extend it by adding that..."
And if I think somebody else has made a good point, or expressed something particularly well, I think it's just courtesy to say so. If all one's posts just fall into the vacuum without any feedback, it can get discouraging, particularly for new posters. So if I see a good post by an old hand I may pass it by, whereas if it's a newer poster I will often say something so they know their participation is appreciated and will be enthusiastic about participating more actively in future.
Not that it should be faked -- that's no good. But sometimes a simple "attaboy" is of real meaning to a person.
Amanda-Louise wrote:
My problem is that I often have something I would like to say, but as I'm reading the previous posts I find that it's already been brought up by someone. So, I'm certainly not going to post something that's already been said.
Am I the only person this happens to? What do others do about this - posting "I agree" or "I was thinking the same thing" is just not appropriate as it just takes up space.
Cheers,
Amanda
Tarri wrote:
As to those who are hesitant to post, I love to read what other readers think and I'm sure most everyone here does too. It's part of what make a bookclub so fun.
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I think, therefore I drive people nuts.
