From Writer to Reader, From Reader to Writer

Dear Reader, 

I love when you comment on my writing. Even if it's a bit critical, even if it's simply "thank you for updating" or "I really liked it" it drives me to want to write more. Even if you're one of those people who badger authors telling them to update sooner. (You should really try not to do that) but thank you for taking the time to write. I spent hours on this chapter, please take the 2 minutes to leave a comment. Even if it's simply, "Love it" or "keep writing" it's the little things that keep us going. And I promise that I read every single thing you have to say. Thank you for reading. 

Sincerly, 

Writer 

Dear Writer,

I love it when you update. Even if the chapter is short. Even if I have to wait months for it. But it breaks my heart when I don't hear from you. When I'm unsure if you're coming back. When I say "update soon" what I really mean is "please don't give up on your readers" I know writing is hard. I love it even more when you reply to my comments. Even if it's simply "thank you for reading" or "thank you for subscribing" it still shows you care about those reading. Sometimes I forget to comment, sometimes I enjoy the chapter but I don't know what to say about it. Please understand, I'm still supporting you. I'll try and do better. Thank you for writing. 

Sincerly,

Reader

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informantxgirl
#1
I always thank my commenters. Always, even just to say "thank you". I only don't reply if I have a particular reason - like that comment was actually an advertisement for their own fic. Still, the number of comments has seriously fallen...
Aigo-is-Deby
#2
This is definitely what I think as both a writer and a reader. Especially the reader. I always appreciate when a writer reply to my comment even with just a "thank you". Unfortunately a lot of people don't care about doing so but ask comments nonetheless.