An extremely consciencious reader maintains a reading copy of their book which becomes invaluable to them for it becomes filled with notes that they make to themselves about reading issues. So important in fact, that there is concern over misplacing or losing this copy. They will put their return address on this copy. If you ever find one, look for this address and return it. You will find a most appreciative writer and most likely get a number of new copies of their book with one especially inscribed for you and your thoughtfulness.
Silence is like white space on the page, a musician's holding of a note.
Used well, it is extremely effective to build and sustain the audience's attention. Done poorly, it confuses the listener. What is read is typically not verbatim on the written page. Writers believe strongly in the editing process and are always willing to modify the writing for oral presentation. They enjoy a reading practice to review the transition from writing to reading and also are sensitive to the import of reading to hear and catch writing glitches that they would otherwise gloss over.