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Originally Posted by ApK
"Swinging back when attacked" is poor metaphor.
His status as a super-writer is only relevant in that, as one who's living is directly tied the public's opinion of him, he should be extra-aware of the above, as there are more people who will dislike him for being insulting than who will like him for it.
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I'd bet it will be more like 50/50. Also, he writes tough guy thrillers. His core audience is more likely to admire him for standing up for himself/giving as good as he gets as opposed to turning the other cheek.
I thought he handled himself well. I don't think authors should have to get walked on just because they are selling books (or any product). But, like I said--it probably will come out 50/50 because everyone's backgrounds and expectations are different.