Hi Nancy --

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But, most technical people are crumming editors/writers.
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Point made. <bg>

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Is there a purpose for good tech editors and peer reviewers being seperate people? Yes, I think a case can be made for that.
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Absolutely! It makes total sense. Generalists aren't typically the sort of "guru" one seeks when looking for the hottest new research and/or techniques.

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For example, tech editors generally make less money then the authors or researchers (who would make up the peer review poo).
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But be under no illusions what's standard in this industry wrt how much reviewers are paid. Most journals and book publishers pay less for "technical expertise" than you'd pay someone to wash your dishes.

Later... Karl