I have long raved about your thoughtful musings on my stories (even if you can't recall ever writing them). You've brought that same sensibility to rec writing. You're exceptionally good at writing recommendations that turn "good reads" into "must-read-nows." Which isn't to say that you turn chaffe into wheat. You simply make the story sound that much more compelling by infusing it with your own enthusiasm.

More importantly, your recommendations are entertaining in and of themselves. They are witty and amusing and focused on making the reader drool, not unlike a great restaurant review. I am honored to have you recommend my stuff and I'm sure all the other beneficiaries of your recs are equally pleased.

Of course, if you repeat any of this I'll deny it. ;)