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Thanks for this timely article. It is not only the bloggers today, but also the people who bill themselves as writers, who have little comprehension of the very language they use. Basic grammatical errors foul almost every piece I read on the web, and no one seems able to write a coherent sentence.
I'm a writer who has published eight books (four novels), including a couple with Knopf. I've dealt with quite a few editors, and respect the tribe immensely (it's true that my editors have had almost no grammatical or stylistic work to do: Most of their recommendations dealt with storyline).
I find it difficult to conceive of a genuine writer who doesn't care for the accuracy and effect of his or her chosen medium. It would be like a painter who despises color or a musician who hates notes. If you don't have total command of your tools, you should at least respect those who are there to help you. Bravo!
