Earlier today, I thought this thread was a really good idea in the respect that it's good word of mouth for other peoples stories.
I STILL think it's a good idea...but, I see the 'Friend Trap' now.
I, & a number of others threw in a vote today, so it's at the very least, not a BAD idea.
Just thinking out loud here: a specific thread that allows for people to talk about other peoples stories specifically would not only give peoples' stories more visibilaty, but could help with the whole 'brainstorm' process by riffing off of each other & maybe help 'Goose the Muse' so to speak.
(And I said riffing, not ripping. :P)
It's too bad that favoritisim IS an issue though...I'll think a while on looking for some sort of middle ground.