This is my third new genre in five weeks, and it is a pip. I had no idea Pulp Fiction was so much fun. Bill Armbrewster is the troubleshooter for the National-Consolidated Pictures Co. This episodic tale is about Bill's troubles with Hollywood stars, gangsters, and shysters. Bill is also a writer (of note) for a magazine, BLACK MASK.
I knew I would love this book when a kid asked Bill, "With all the work involved, what kind of writing brings the best financial return?" Without a pause, Bill responded, "Ransom notes." The jokes are fast and furious. I'm looking for more from this author.
There is a glossary; read it first, and you will be ready to understand the 1940-50s lingo.
Collections
Fresh Kills (2010) (with others)
Watch Your Back (2011)
One More Lie (2011)
** Trouble is My Beat (2022)
I knew I would love this book when a kid asked Bill, "With all the work involved, what kind of writing brings the best financial return?" Without a pause, Bill responded, "Ransom notes." The jokes are fast and furious. I'm looking for more from this author.
There is a glossary; read it first, and you will be ready to understand the 1940-50s lingo.
Collections
Fresh Kills (2010) (with others)
Watch Your Back (2011)
One More Lie (2011)
** Trouble is My Beat (2022)
