Many thanks to Peachy Deegan, who forwarded these two NYC photos of Grove cranes. Peachy's knowledge of everything Manhattan never fails to amaze me. Note to readers: Grove O'Rourke has done well in these markets, but not that well. The overlap in names...
I have a confession to make. I monitor the Internet for mentions of my name and reviews of my books. Google is fine. But I prefer Addictomatic because it pulls from a broader range of websites with a single click. At one time, I was indulging my new-author ego. Now, I...
I had never heard the word "doppelnamer" until I read Carrie Kirby's terrific article in today's SF Chronicle. Google's not only changing the way we live. It's changing the way we speak. Hint: "doppelnamer" is a condition, sort of,...
Here are two more photos from Charleston, otherwise known as "The Holy City." I mention both of these locations in my new novel, The Trust. Coming soon: Bong sightings on Sullivan's Island.
Yesterday, I posted a picture of the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, which connects Charleston, SC to Mt. Pleasant. I also offered viewers a chance to win a free copy of The Trust by identifying the problem with the photo. Today, I've attached two new pictures of...
The New York Times describes my novels as “money porn,” “a red-hot franchise,” and “glittery thrillers about fiscal malfeasance.” Through fiction I explore the dark side of money and the motivations of those who have it, want more, and will steamroll anybody who gets in their way.
The New York Times describes my novels as “money porn,” “a red-hot franchise,” and “glittery thrillers about fiscal malfeasance.” Through fiction I explore the dark side of money and the motivations of those who have it, want more, and will steamroll anybody who gets in their way.