Last Thursday, the Wall Street Journal published my column about the pros and cons of registered investment advisers versus brokerage firms. Here's a link to my column and a short clip of what I had to say: Hang on. To paraphrase Mark Twain, the death of...
These days, when I'm not speaking about Mr. President or The Trust, I'm working on two projects. The first is a non-fiction book, which reads like a corporate version of Cane and Abel. Although this time—the two men run afoul of the Department of...
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...
During my years on Wall Street, I regarded Alexandra Lebenthal’s name as synonymous with smart wealth management. She is a force in the municipal bond world and has been one for years. Alexandra is also the author of Recessionistas, a terrific novel about NYC...
Then They Came For Me Last year I told the following story at book clubs and speaking events as far away as Australia. So you think an author’s life is a non-contact sport? Well, think again. September 2009 Top Producer is the title of my first novel and part 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.