Deletion of Frederick A. Babb

Comment: The fact that the subject is self-published is mentioned only in the description of the article. Self-publication is not in any way a criteria for deletion, yet is relevant when discussing an author. The AfD nomination is based solely on the argument that the subject fails to meet http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/#Criteria_for_notability_of_people criteria for notability.  provides many standards through which a subject might be considered as notable - awards are but one of many (sales aren't mentioned). While I admire Frederick A. Babb's efforts in raising funds, and
Stance: comment
Cited policy: Wikipedia:Notability (WP:BIO)

Comment: A subject's contribution is irrelevant to this discussion unless it has influenced that subject's notability ''in terms of WP''. In this instance, it has apparently not prompted independent sources to create non-trivial treatments. Strict application of  and  marks this as eligible for deletion. As always, if notability can be verified per the guidelines, my opinion can be revised
Stance: delete
Cited policy: Wikipedia:Notability (WP:BIO||WP:V)