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From: berrpm@aur.alcatel.com (Patrick M. Berry)
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In article , james_n@ece.uwaterloo.ca (James
Nicoll) writes:
> In article ,
> Patrick M. Berry  wrote:
>
> >Without the fans, the SF/fantasy
> >publishing business would not exist.  Who would buy the books?
> 
> 	People like me, who aren't fans (in the sense of socializing with
> other readers* of SF&F at cons or producing APAs).

I was using the term "fan" loosely, to describe anyone who frequently reads 
and enjoys SF&F.  Your definition is equally valid, of course.  But I wonder 
what definition McCrumb was using when she made her comment (that fans are 
useless unless they become writers or editors).

In any case: 

1. I read and enjoy the stuff.
2. I attend approximately one con a year.
3. I'm not involved in any APAs or other fannish activities.
4. I call myself a fan.
5. I'm not an author or editor, and am unlikely ever to become either.
6. I see nothing wrong with #5.

So I respectfully disagree with McCrumb.


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