I think being a writer in the 21st century is vastly different situation and holds a different meaning than those who've previously lived. The introduction of the internet shapes the way we look at writing and is responsible for the 'remix' of writing. People are now able to put there writing out there to thousands, even millions of people. A feat that was nearly impossible just a few years ago. The concept of quoting is also an ever changing art form. Access to information is easier than ever before therefore using old works in a common place now. The article was right, it would be very strange to email someone or an institution asking to quote their works. Citing is a very common practice that is made even easier by online bibliography citations. Blogging has also allowed people to easily comment on writing and other art forms. Blogging also in formalizes writing. Blogging is not regulated by an institution nor do many works take long periods of time to compose. Most blogs are quick little snippets of one's experiences or opinions.