The Ethics and Aesthetics of Swapping Drafts and Backing Out of Collaborations

2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Richard Wainwright
DOI: 10.22541/au.177032674.40795359/v1
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Abstract

Simple rules for not getting yourself wrecked with a shared draft The one rule Access is not ownership.If you see it, that does not make it yours.If you are invited in, that does not make it yours.If you can improve it, that does not make it yours.The five rules you follow every time Keep it private.Do not copy it.Do not teach it.Do not publish from it.Do not share it.When you are unsure, do less.Ask first

Fields of Study & Subjects

Academic integrity and plagiarism Publishing and Scholarly Communication Academic Writing and Publishing

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Publication date
5 February 2026
Document type
Preprint