Yes, no publishing house would dare to question Rowling's skill while her series was hauling in the cash. They know that even if the books failed they would still pull in big sales. In a more cynical light, they let her succeed or fail on her own. Probably more than a few people are waiting for the fall from a great height as well.
I think Orson Welles had more talent than either Joss Whedon or JK Rowling. His deal was that he never wanted anyone to control him, fought for his autonomy and made enemies. However Whedon and Rowling did their derivative work, gained success, listened to everyone calling them bigger than life itself and believed it.
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Date: 2008-03-14 07:49 pm (UTC)I think Orson Welles had more talent than either Joss Whedon or JK Rowling. His deal was that he never wanted anyone to control him, fought for his autonomy and made enemies. However Whedon and Rowling did their derivative work, gained success, listened to everyone calling them bigger than life itself and believed it.