Michael S. Malone Books

Following actress Amelie Hart, A Song of Isolation looks beneath the magpie glimmer of celebrity to uncover a sinister world of greed and lies

This book presents the definitive history of Intel Corporation, a cornerstone of the digital age, through the lives of its three key figures: Robert Noyce, Gordon Moore, and Andy Grove. Celebrated as one of the most important companies globally, Intel has remained a defining force in the digital economy for over four decades. As the inventor of the microprocessor, Intel produces the small "engines" that power nearly every intelligent electronic device today. The narrative focuses on the human aspect of Intel's success, examining the strengths and weaknesses each leader contributed. Noyce provided credibility and funding at the company's inception, Moore positioned Intel as a technological leader, and Grove pushed for relentless improvement and competitiveness. The synergy among these three was crucial for Intel's historic achievements, including the personal computer and the Internet revolution. Drawing on unprecedented access to corporate archives, the book uncovers the compelling stories behind Intel's products and its innovative business practices, such as embracing new ideas and making bold investments during lean times. It also addresses the significant challenges Intel faces in maintaining its dominance, culture, and legacy in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

The only contemporary history of the birth of Silicon Valley, from a reporter with a front-row seat. Over the past five decades, the tech industry has become a crucial part of the global economy, with Silicon Valley housing many key players amid sprawling office parks and high rents. However, its origins are much more humble. As tech companies' influence expands, this account chronicles their beginnings. Michael S. Malone, one of the first reporters on the tech beat at the San Jose Mercury-News, details the passionate efforts of young technologists and entrepreneurs striving to create groundbreaking innovations and achieve financial success. Starting with the founding of Hewlett-Packard in the 1930s, Malone illustrates how decades of technological advancements set the stage for the Valley's explosive growth in the 1970s. Through exclusive interviews, he provides incisive profiles of early tech luminaries like William Shockley and Steve Jobs, showcasing their struggles as they worked long hours in garages. The narrative also explores the darker aspects of the Valley, including espionage, drugs, harsh working conditions, and betrayals that influenced the industry's trajectory. This decades-long story highlights individual sacrifice, ingenuity, and the pursuit of wealth at the heart of today's dominant sector.

Scarred by their pasts, Jenna and Luke fall in love, brimming with hope for a rosy future. But someone has been watching, with chilling plans for revenge... An emotive, twisty, disturbing new psychological thriller by the critically acclaimed author of A Suitable Lie and In the Absence of Miracles.

Exploring the humor found in life's challenges, this book encourages readers to find laughter even in difficult situations. With a witty perspective, it delves into the absurdity of life's struggles, using comedy as a coping mechanism. The author presents a collection of jokes and anecdotes that transform the sour moments into opportunities for laughter, inviting readers to embrace a lighthearted approach to adversity.

This groundbreaking exploration delves into the concept of being a late bloomer in a society fixated on early success, such as perfect SAT scores and prestigious college admissions. The obsession with rapid achievement creates pressure, making many feel inadequate if they haven't achieved millionaire status by their twenties. However, there is a silver lining: most people do not excel immediately. The author shares his own journey, highlighting a mediocre academic performance at Stanford and a series of unremarkable jobs before discovering his true motivation, which led him to establish a high-tech magazine in Silicon Valley and eventually become the publisher of Forbes magazine. Scientific research supports the idea that many bloom later in life, as the brain's executive functions typically mature around age 25, with different capabilities peaking at various ages. This suggests that we experience multiple blooming periods throughout our lives. Drawing on years of research, personal anecdotes, and insights from neuroscientists and psychologists, the narrative reveals how and when individuals reach their full potential, challenging the notion that early mathematical talent guarantees career success.

Each year, for the past seventeen years, Mysterious Bookshop proprietor Otto Penzler has commissioned an original Christmas story by a leading suspense writer. These stories were then produced as pamphlets, just 1,000 copies, and given to customers of the bookstore as a Christmas present. Now, all seventeen tales have been collected in one volume, showcasing the talents of: Charles Ardai Lisa Atkinson George Baxt Lawrence Block Mary Higgins Clark Thomas H. Cook Ron Goulart Jeremiah Healy Edward D. Hoch Rupert Holmes Andrew Klavan Michael Malone Ed McBain Anne Perry S. J. Rozan Jonathan Santlofer Donald E. WestlakeSome of these stories are humorous, others suspenseful, and still others are tales of pure detection, but all of them together make up a charming collection and a perfect Christmas gift for all ages.

Describes how to measure the indirect assets that represent the gap between the market valuation of a company and the value of its assets according to a balance sheet

A young woman starts experiencing terrifying premonitions of people dying, as it becomes clear that a family curse known only as The Murmurs has begun, and a long-forgotten crime is about to be unearthed...

When Ford Rexford, America's most celebrated playwright and notorious drunk, disappears to London with the only copy of Theo Ryan's play, Ryan sets off in pursuit--beginning an adventure which will catapult him from his dreary life in the wings to center stage in the world of international theater and literary controversy.