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Date: Tue, 5-Jul-83 18:45:00 EDT
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Posted: Tue Jul  5 18:45:00 1983
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From:  Joseph A. Frisbie 


	Up until about last year I didn't notice writing style more
than "Gee, that story really flowed well". Now I find that how well
the language is used significantly enhances (or detracts from) my
enjoyment. A story that was a pure delight to read was J.O. Jeppson's
(sp?) The Last Immortal (I reccomend it to anyone -- even non SF
types). So as not to offend anyone's tastes, I'll use the Bond books
(at least the early ones) as an example of really atrocious style.
Although the plots are entertaining, I wouldn't want to be known as
the author. To those of you who never notice, try looking at the media
as well as the content.

Joe
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