Does Fact Checking Matter Anymore?
I was recently discussing the latest edition of a theater book, which I had worked on, with an indexer/fact checker. We were double checking titles such as Book of Mormon vs. The Book of Moron, and reviewing which of several shows mentioned won Tony Awards. Most authors, and ghostwriters, appreciate editors, fact checkers and proofreaders, who help us get it right. And yes, most authors out there still want to get it right. Today, however, in an age in which truth often takes a backseat to “Alternative Facts,” (a.k.a. lies) and conspiracy theories, which can easily spread like wildfire, we are at the risk … Continue reading…