You'd have to ask SC about the "thankless job" thing... but I disagree, as Admin.
You should find this a unique forum -- we're much more like a family than most others. Sure, we have our "weird uncles" and "bratty nephews", but hey, no family is perfect!
If you think the book is gonna do very well, then hold onto your copies. Tho, it shouldn't be about the money - it should be about the passion!
I'm happy w/ my advanced galley, and I will buy the final book as well.