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For me it doesn't matter whether the things Gaiman allegedly did will be proven or not. An author's behavior or personality plays no part whatsoever in my decision to read or not read their books. They can be murderers, rapists, serial killers or just horrible persons in real life; they can be veritable saints who deeply care about other people and regularly help and support those in need. It doesn't make me either more or less likely to read their work. I read a book if I want to read it, no matter who wrote it.
Am I supporting the villains in their vile deeds if I continue to buy their works? Yeah, I guess so. Does that make me a horrible person as well? Probably. Will I lose any sleep over it? No.
I don't justify or condone anyone's bad behavior. I fully acknowledge buying their books makes me an aider and abetter if they're alive. I still read what I want to read.
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