It’s very simple. I just count the number of comments from each person and divide the list into categories based on that. The categories remain the same month to month—the top contributor is always the individual with the most comments, and important contributors are always people who left one comment. The others may vary slightly depending on the number of comments left each month, but the breakdown is shown above and in every post so it’s pretty easy to figure out the system if you read the categories.

Thanks for the kind words, but I know many bloggers who respond to every comment. In fact, I’m surprised when a blogger doesn’t respond to comments.

Thank you. Sometimes delayed gratification increases the feelings of satisfaction and pleasure. I am excited about my book.