Shelf life of references
Help keep your work relatable over time
When writing, and especially when using a cultural reference to describe something current, ask yourself: is this reference going to make sense in 5, 10 or 20 years? Will the sentence be as relatable in the future as is it now? If not, switch it out for something more lasting. Especially important when referencing technology or a song or movie in non-fi…
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