From 757ded026c6c09e3be30325cc8bcb5ae25e2e139 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Rohan Kumar Date: Fri, 15 Jul 2022 17:17:26 -0700 Subject: [PATCH] Add "Writing is a skill" section --- .../posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.gmi | 8 ++++++++ content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.md | 15 +++++++++++++-- 2 files changed, 21 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.gmi b/content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.gmi index ebdf6f5..92e2b06 100644 --- a/content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.gmi +++ b/content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.gmi @@ -132,6 +132,14 @@ I have my share of fingerprintable stylistic and formatting quirks. A non-exhaus * Introducing some articles with HTML description lists before elaborating on each entry in that list. * Using soft-hyphens so text can wrap to narrow widths. +## Anonymous writing is a skill + +Developing a high-quality writing style is hard. Developing and switching between multiple different styles is even harder. It takes time to master multiple style guides, cultivate a different "voice" free of your usual idiosyncrasies, and keep your different voices from influencing one another. "Getting into character" won't happen overnight if you don't have experience. + +Translation tools are training-wheels to help you learn to identify idiosyncrasies. As you get better, you might be able to filter out problematic language without their help. + +Don't feel pressured to start soon! If you want to publish under a truly anonymous pseudonym, you should first hone your craft. Alternatively, find a good editor (I am not the best person for this job, sorry). + ## Conclusion If you wish to write anonymously, I recommend the following: diff --git a/content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.md b/content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.md index 8e696db..9ebb881 100644 --- a/content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.md +++ b/content/posts/stylometric-fingerprinting-redux.md @@ -14,8 +14,8 @@ I am open to feedback, especially from anybody with a more thorough background i
-Introduction ------------- +Intro­duction {#introduction} +----------------- Following a recent landmark SCOTUS ruling, many have been trying to publish resources to help people find reproductive healthcare. They often wish to publish anonymously, to avoid being harassed or doxxed by overzealous religious fundamentalists. Some people asked me for help. @@ -148,6 +148,15 @@ I have my share of fingerprintable stylistic and formatting quirks. A non-exhaus - Using soft-hyphens so text can wrap to narrow widths. +Writing is a skill +------------------ + +Developing a high-quality writing style is hard. Developing and switching between multiple different styles is even harder. It takes time to master multiple style guides, cultivate a different "voice" free of your usual idiosyncrasies, and keep your different voices from influencing one another. "Getting into character" won't happen overnight if you don't have experience. + +Translation tools are training-wheels to help you learn to identify idiosyncrasies. As you get better, you might be able to filter out problematic language without their help. + +Don't feel pressured to start soon! If you want to publish under a truly anonymous pseudonym, you should first hone your craft. Alternatively, find a good editor.[^2] +
Conclusion @@ -172,4 +181,6 @@ Stay safe, everyone. [^1]: I didn't pick Esperanto for any particular reason. +[^2]: I am not the best person for this job, sorry. +