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So many writers are terrified about uttering any opinion that does not follow the prevailing wind (as they perceive it). This is not really new. In my earliest conventioneering days, I noticed fans could not simply say "I like this" without adding a dozen qualifications. It was as if they thought they were being tested, and "wrong answers" would get them penalized.

I am "controversial", of course -- an absurd word, in context -- and these pitiful pundits can grab themselves some quick brownie points by slinging some mud at me. I have even see "professionals" do it.

Sad.

And then the disclaimer about how hot they were and basically blazed a massive trail and then cooled off after 10 years.

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I am reminded of a writer who complained about my short runs on various titles -- and included my run on FANTASTIC FOUR.

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As I recall, that was Jim Salicrup's idea.