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Story summary
- Salman Rushdie, author, expressed frustration at being labeled a "free speech Barbie" rather than being recognized for his literary work during a talk at the New Orleans Book Festival.
- He reflected on the 2022 attack that nearly killed him.
- He said discussions should focus on his books rather than the violence he faced.
- His latest short story collection, The Eleventh Hour, marks his return to fiction.
