July29

Author/Publisher Bias, on a spectrum

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In this two-part article, Peter Kettle reviews the various styles of book reviewing that are adopted by those contributing on this site and in a number of other forums. The focus is on how different reviewers respond to factual mistakes and also grammatical and typographical errors.

The purpose is to set the stage for those who use this site to express their personal preference for a particular style, so as to inform future reviewers.

In Part I, styles that show a bias to “reader protection” are outlined; followed in Part II by those showing a bias to “author/publisher protection”, which concludes with a formal classification of different styles and an invitation to readers to participate.

July27

T20 Cricket: Revolutionizing the Gentleman’s Game

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Cricket, one of the most traditional and perhaps most aristocratic sports, has always been a game steeped in tradition and convention.

Yet, as time changed and the audience’s tastes shifted, the game evolved.

In this article, we will discuss the T20 cricket format and its role in popularizing the game and its traditions, from attracting younger audiences to gaining popularity on unconventional cricket platforms.

July27

New Innovations in the iGaming Industry: Technologies That Are Transforming the Sector

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The world of online gaming and digital gambling is undergoing a major transformation, powered by emerging technologies that are redefining the player experience. Leading platforms like 1xBet Thailand have embraced these innovations to offer cutting-edge gaming and sports betting experiences tailored specifically to Thai users. Recent data reveals that users aged 25 to 40 are […]

July22

Contrasting Book Reviewing Philosophies – Readers: your choices please!

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In this two-part article, Peter Kettle reviews the various styles of book reviewing that are adopted by those contributing on this site and in a number of other forums. The focus is on how different reviewers respond to factual mistakes and also grammatical and typographical errors.

The purpose is to set the stage for those who use this site to express their personal preference for a particular style, so as to inform future reviewers.

In Part I, styles that show a bias to “reader protection” are outlined; followed in Part II by those showing a bias to “author/publisher protection”, which concludes with a formal classification of different styles and an invitation to readers to participate.

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