Writing a Fair Catalog Description
A balanced description states what the available evidence supports: the title observed, the source and date, and any unresolved relationship or availability question. It avoids unsupported claims about popularity, payouts, or exclusive access. Readers benefit more from precise limits than confident guesswork.
Begin with the source and observation
A useful description identifies who published the information, what exact title or list it concerns and the date it applies to. Avoid starting with an adjective such as “leading,” “trusted” or “complete” unless there is a defined and supportable basis for it. A catalog can be described clearly without being praised.