There were a few people who broke into 'published' status.  I don't

think

anyone has ever felt 'used'.

That depends.  [...]  The other pros who left may not have felt
"used",

For a "pro", you sure fail at reading comprehension. The issue was the
readers and writers who gave said "pros" C&C on works they later sold for
publication feeling "used", not said "pros" themselves.

-- Bob, who realizes that just admitting he's a pro with a backlist
might get him nailed for "advertising"

Advertising, no. Bragging, yes.

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