stackyFACTSIn a stunning display of professional exhaustion, the legendary author absolutely despised his most famous creation.
In a stunning display of professional exhaustion, the legendary author absolutely despised his most famous creation. He was so deeply annoyed by the endless public demand for the brilliant detective that he literally hurled him off a waterfall just to get some peace and quiet. Naturally, his rabid fanbase threw such a monumental tantrum that he was ultimately forced to resurrect the snooty sleuth, proving that creators have never actually been in control of their own work.
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