And people who say "No" are the bravest people in the world. And often the least appreciated.

I think there are two kind of people in this profession. Critics and authors. Critics will say
that your book should be like that.
Author would say: that does not mean your book must be like that. Just like you mentioned without open minded geniuses we wouldn’t have books such as Harry Potter...
I completely agree with you that love and sex sells.
Great post!