The new online-only section of Language, “Perspectives,” is aimed at publishing articles that generate written responses.  There are two types of contributions—longer ones (‘Target articles’) and shorter ones (‘Short shots’).  Both types will have commentaries published, and a summary response from the authors.  Target articles will be selected on the basis of quality, readability, and whether they are likely to invite further productive discussion of issues of general interest to the field.  Read more ...