Author: Loren D. Estleman
Publisher: Thorndike Press a Part of Gale a Cengage Company
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Paperback Jack is a brand new historical thriller from Grand Master Loren D. Estleman: lurid paperback covers promised sex and danger, but what went on behind the scenes was nearly as spicy as the adventures between the covers. 1946. Fresh from the War in Europe, hack writer Jacob Heppleman discovers a changed world back home. The pulp magazines he used to write for are dying, replaced by a revolutionary new publishing racket: paperback novels, offering cheap excitement for the common man and woman. Although scorned by the critics, the tawdry drugstore novels sell like hotcakes - or so Jacob is assured by the enterprising head of Blue Devil Books, a pioneer in paperback publishing, known for its two-fisted heroes and underclad cover girls. As "Jack Holly," Jacob finds success as the author of scandalously bestselling crime novels. He prides himself on the authenticity of his work, however, which means picking the brains of some less than reputable characters, including an Irish gangster who wants a cut of the profits - or else. Meanwhile, as Hollywood comes calling, the entire industry also comes under fire from censorious politicians out to tame the paperback jungle in the name of public morality. Targeted by both Congress and the Mob, Jay may end up the victim of his own success - unless he can write his way to a happier ending"--
Paperback Jack
Author: Loren D. Estleman
Publisher: Thorndike Press a Part of Gale a Cengage Company
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Paperback Jack is a brand new historical thriller from Grand Master Loren D. Estleman: lurid paperback covers promised sex and danger, but what went on behind the scenes was nearly as spicy as the adventures between the covers. 1946. Fresh from the War in Europe, hack writer Jacob Heppleman discovers a changed world back home. The pulp magazines he used to write for are dying, replaced by a revolutionary new publishing racket: paperback novels, offering cheap excitement for the common man and woman. Although scorned by the critics, the tawdry drugstore novels sell like hotcakes - or so Jacob is assured by the enterprising head of Blue Devil Books, a pioneer in paperback publishing, known for its two-fisted heroes and underclad cover girls. As "Jack Holly," Jacob finds success as the author of scandalously bestselling crime novels. He prides himself on the authenticity of his work, however, which means picking the brains of some less than reputable characters, including an Irish gangster who wants a cut of the profits - or else. Meanwhile, as Hollywood comes calling, the entire industry also comes under fire from censorious politicians out to tame the paperback jungle in the name of public morality. Targeted by both Congress and the Mob, Jay may end up the victim of his own success - unless he can write his way to a happier ending"--
Publisher: Thorndike Press a Part of Gale a Cengage Company
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Paperback Jack is a brand new historical thriller from Grand Master Loren D. Estleman: lurid paperback covers promised sex and danger, but what went on behind the scenes was nearly as spicy as the adventures between the covers. 1946. Fresh from the War in Europe, hack writer Jacob Heppleman discovers a changed world back home. The pulp magazines he used to write for are dying, replaced by a revolutionary new publishing racket: paperback novels, offering cheap excitement for the common man and woman. Although scorned by the critics, the tawdry drugstore novels sell like hotcakes - or so Jacob is assured by the enterprising head of Blue Devil Books, a pioneer in paperback publishing, known for its two-fisted heroes and underclad cover girls. As "Jack Holly," Jacob finds success as the author of scandalously bestselling crime novels. He prides himself on the authenticity of his work, however, which means picking the brains of some less than reputable characters, including an Irish gangster who wants a cut of the profits - or else. Meanwhile, as Hollywood comes calling, the entire industry also comes under fire from censorious politicians out to tame the paperback jungle in the name of public morality. Targeted by both Congress and the Mob, Jay may end up the victim of his own success - unless he can write his way to a happier ending"--
Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan Books 1-6
Author: Tom Clancy
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101496967
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 6176
Book Description
The first six Jack Ryan novels from #1 New York Times bestselling author Tom Clancy. THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER PATRIOT GAMES THE CARDINAL OF THE KREMLIN CLEAR AND PRESENT DANGER THE SUM OF ALL FEARS WITHOUT REMORSE
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101496967
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 6176
Book Description
The first six Jack Ryan novels from #1 New York Times bestselling author Tom Clancy. THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER PATRIOT GAMES THE CARDINAL OF THE KREMLIN CLEAR AND PRESENT DANGER THE SUM OF ALL FEARS WITHOUT REMORSE
Cadillac Jack: A Novel
Author: Larry McMurtry
Publisher: Liveright Publishing
ISBN: 1631495100
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
From dusty flea markets in Texas to parties in Washington, DC, crawling with political hacks, Cadillac Jack is a classic American novel, timelier than ever. Larry McMurtry’s “big hearted” fiction has been lauded for “taking us places we hadn’t known existed” (Joyce Carol Oates, New York Review of Books). Cadillac Jack does exactly that, inviting readers into the passenger seat of a pearl-colored Caddy with peach velour–covered seats, joining a rodeo-bulldogger-turned-antique- scout at the wheel. “Superbly comic” (Newsday), this rollicking tale echoes the cultural climate of America today, with the cagey yet charming Jack grappling with the capitol’s pretentious elite. As he cruises through relationships with distinctively appealing women—including socialite boutique owner Cindy and discreet mother-of-two Jean—Jack realizes home for him will always be simply barreling down freeways in his Cadillac, wandering the country in search of another obscure treasure. Bolstered with its cast of unforgettable characters, Cadillac Jack entices with the prospect of undiscovered riches around that next bend in the road.
Publisher: Liveright Publishing
ISBN: 1631495100
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
From dusty flea markets in Texas to parties in Washington, DC, crawling with political hacks, Cadillac Jack is a classic American novel, timelier than ever. Larry McMurtry’s “big hearted” fiction has been lauded for “taking us places we hadn’t known existed” (Joyce Carol Oates, New York Review of Books). Cadillac Jack does exactly that, inviting readers into the passenger seat of a pearl-colored Caddy with peach velour–covered seats, joining a rodeo-bulldogger-turned-antique- scout at the wheel. “Superbly comic” (Newsday), this rollicking tale echoes the cultural climate of America today, with the cagey yet charming Jack grappling with the capitol’s pretentious elite. As he cruises through relationships with distinctively appealing women—including socialite boutique owner Cindy and discreet mother-of-two Jean—Jack realizes home for him will always be simply barreling down freeways in his Cadillac, wandering the country in search of another obscure treasure. Bolstered with its cast of unforgettable characters, Cadillac Jack entices with the prospect of undiscovered riches around that next bend in the road.
Paperback Jack
Author: Loren D. Estleman
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1250827329
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Paperback Jack is a brand new historical thriller from Grand Master Loren D. Estleman: lurid paperback covers promised sex and danger, but what went on behind the scenes was nearly as spicy as the adventures between the covers. 1946. Fresh from the War in Europe, hack writer Jacob Heppleman discovers a changed world back home. The pulp magazines he used to write for are dying, replaced by a revolutionary new publishing racket: paperback novels, offering cheap excitement for the common man and woman. Although scorned by the critics, the tawdry drugstore novels sell like hotcakes – or so Jacob is assured by the enterprising head of Blue Devil Books, a pioneer in paperback publishing, known for its two-fisted heroes and underclad cover girls. As “Jack Holly,” Jacob finds success as the author of scandalously bestselling crime novels. He prides himself on the authenticity of his work, however, which means picking the brains of some less than reputable characters, including an Irish gangster who wants a cut of the profits – or else. Meanwhile, as Hollywood comes calling, the entire industry also comes under fire from censorious politicians out to tame the paperback jungle in the name of public morality. Targeted by both Congress and the Mob, Jay may end up the victim of his own success – unless he can write his way to a happier ending. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Publisher: Forge Books
ISBN: 1250827329
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Paperback Jack is a brand new historical thriller from Grand Master Loren D. Estleman: lurid paperback covers promised sex and danger, but what went on behind the scenes was nearly as spicy as the adventures between the covers. 1946. Fresh from the War in Europe, hack writer Jacob Heppleman discovers a changed world back home. The pulp magazines he used to write for are dying, replaced by a revolutionary new publishing racket: paperback novels, offering cheap excitement for the common man and woman. Although scorned by the critics, the tawdry drugstore novels sell like hotcakes – or so Jacob is assured by the enterprising head of Blue Devil Books, a pioneer in paperback publishing, known for its two-fisted heroes and underclad cover girls. As “Jack Holly,” Jacob finds success as the author of scandalously bestselling crime novels. He prides himself on the authenticity of his work, however, which means picking the brains of some less than reputable characters, including an Irish gangster who wants a cut of the profits – or else. Meanwhile, as Hollywood comes calling, the entire industry also comes under fire from censorious politicians out to tame the paperback jungle in the name of public morality. Targeted by both Congress and the Mob, Jay may end up the victim of his own success – unless he can write his way to a happier ending. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
The Book That Jack Wrote
Author: Jon Scieszka
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780613036009
Category : Children's poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A madcap variation of the cumulative nursery rhyme, this time beginning when Jack writes a book
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780613036009
Category : Children's poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A madcap variation of the cumulative nursery rhyme, this time beginning when Jack writes a book
Jack of Shadows
Author: Roger Zelazny
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613735278
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
In a world half of light, half of darkness, where science and magic strive for dominance, there dwells a magical being who is friendly with neither side. Jack, of the realm of shadows, is a thief who is unjustly punished. So he embarks on a vendetta. He wanders through strange realms, encountering witches, vampires, and, finally, his worst enemy: the Lord of Bats. He consults his friend Morningstar, a great dark angel. He is pursued by a monstrous creature called the Borshin. But to reveal any more would be to spoil some of the mindboggling surprises Jack of Shadows has in store. First published in 1971 and long out-of-print, Jack of Shadows is one of fantasy master Roger Zelazny's most profound and mysterious books.
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613735278
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 179
Book Description
In a world half of light, half of darkness, where science and magic strive for dominance, there dwells a magical being who is friendly with neither side. Jack, of the realm of shadows, is a thief who is unjustly punished. So he embarks on a vendetta. He wanders through strange realms, encountering witches, vampires, and, finally, his worst enemy: the Lord of Bats. He consults his friend Morningstar, a great dark angel. He is pursued by a monstrous creature called the Borshin. But to reveal any more would be to spoil some of the mindboggling surprises Jack of Shadows has in store. First published in 1971 and long out-of-print, Jack of Shadows is one of fantasy master Roger Zelazny's most profound and mysterious books.
Edge of Danger
Author: Jack Higgins
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0425182843
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
From the bestselling author Jack Higgins comes a new thriller reuniting heroic American agent Blake Johnson and ex-IRA enforcer Sean Dillon. They join forces in a desperate race to stop a fanatical clan of international warriors from taking its ultimate revenge. Its target? The President of the United States.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0425182843
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 321
Book Description
From the bestselling author Jack Higgins comes a new thriller reuniting heroic American agent Blake Johnson and ex-IRA enforcer Sean Dillon. They join forces in a desperate race to stop a fanatical clan of international warriors from taking its ultimate revenge. Its target? The President of the United States.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Author: Jack Mitchell
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Clipping and miscellaneous material on reviews of Alvin, Ailey Dance theater performances and history.
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
Clipping and miscellaneous material on reviews of Alvin, Ailey Dance theater performances and history.
White Desert
Author: Loren D. Estleman
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 031286969X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
A Page Murdock western.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 031286969X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
A Page Murdock western.
I, Jack
Author: Patricia Finney
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780060522070
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
In this delightfully funny and accessible novel, a yellow labrador relates the story of his courageous deeds in entertaining canine language, highlighted by lively black-and-white illustrations.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780060522070
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
In this delightfully funny and accessible novel, a yellow labrador relates the story of his courageous deeds in entertaining canine language, highlighted by lively black-and-white illustrations.