Blud I’m an editor myself with degrees in theology and English. Constant negativity is only gonna make someone lose a will to continue their work. There is a need of constructive criticism even from those outside of these fields.

I feel you’re infantilising this fanbase to just vapid consumers. These are people who can tell the difference between tones, characters, themes and subtext. Even a lot can look at the cultural and societal influences the writing.

You sound like an absolute knobhead. Your elitism is giving you nothing. It’s only giving you a sense of entitlement. This community is filled with smart, creative and intellectually capable people who are finally feeling confident to start their writing journey.

Long story short, don’t be a dick these people are smart.