This author delves into the darker aspects of ambition and failure across his novels. His works often immerse readers in specific professional arenas, such as magazine office politics or the world of stand-up comedians, exploring human desires for success and recognition. With a keen eye for detail and psychological depth, he crafts characters who may achieve glory in one domain only to lose everything in another. His most recent narrative shifts focus to the endurance of relationships and friendships amidst crisis, showcasing a continued fascination with the complexities of the human condition.
Exploring the themes of obsession and escapism, the story follows a novelist struggling with writer's block who discovers a lucrative opportunity in a virtual world. This new realm seemingly fulfills his unmet desires and needs from reality, leading to a sharp satire on the allure and pitfalls of online life. As he navigates this digital landscape, the narrative critiques modern society's fixation on virtual connections.
Two misfit entertainers, Sigmund "Ziggy" Blissman and Vittorio "Vic" Fontana, find unexpected success in the Catskills despite their individual shortcomings. Ziggy, with his comedic charm, and Vic, whose looks captivate audiences, form a dynamic duo that transforms them into a beloved act. Their journey explores themes of friendship, ambition, and the quest for acceptance, showcasing how their unique talents complement each other to achieve fame in the world of entertainment.
Zack Post, associate editor at American magazine IT, is an expert at getting the best out of office life. He knows the New Boy is there to fax and fetch coffee, whip-rounds for leaving presents are there to raid for lunch, secrets should be gossiped about at every opportunity, and work can be avoided by striding around looking important. Zack craves the comma that comes with promotion to 'Editor, Features', which in turn leads towards the hyphen of the beautiful Leslie Usher-Soames. The arrival of scheming sycophant Mark Ranklin, however, threatens to punctuate his career prospects with a full stop. As professional jealousy spills over into personal hatred, just how far will Zack go in order to outsmart his rival? A dazzling, winningly cynical comedy, SLAB RAT will touch a nerve with anyone who has ever dipped a toe into the shark-infested waters of office politics.