Re: Comment Clinic

(Anonymous) 2019-12-25 02:56 pm (UTC)(link)
Thank them for writing [thing, trope, etc]. If there is something you like about the plot, mention that. If are any lines you like -- a moment the feels in character, a good turn of phrase, a striking image -- pull those out and mention what you like about those in particular. But don't make it sound like more than it is ("this line is so in character!" vs. "you really nailed [character], this line is a great example." The latter is saved for people who nail the character all the way through, not for the one line that actually felt IC.)

But don't squee. Don't say you loved it our even liked it if you don't.

Also, if you want to be known as a good commentor, go read widely in the collection and leave squeeing comments on the fics you DO love.