Brain: The Man Who Wrote the Book That Changed the World
by Dermot Davis
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Pub Date Jul 04 2013 | Archive Date Mar 24 2014
Description
It's the classic dilemma of the artist: Do you write what's in your heart or do you write what sells? In this modern age of publishing there is a huge chasm between the best selling authors that are rich beyond their dreams and... well, everybody else. All Daniel Waterstone ever wanted to do was write the great American novel and change the landscape of modern literature forever. He has two literary books in print but no one's buying. His agent won't even accept his latest masterpiece which he poured his soul into: apparently, it's not commercial enough. In a final act of desperation, Daniel decides to write - not what's in his heart but - what he thinks will sell. Boy, did he get that one wrong...
Advance Praise
WINNER IN THE HUMOR CATEGORY OF THE 2013 USA BEST BOOK AWARDS
"Davis's novel is an entertaining farce about modern society, a deft, fast-paced tale that will leave self-aware readers giggling. This is an entertaining book that will reward readers." - PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (starred review)
"Brain: The Man Who Wrote the Book That Changed the World" is ironic, iconoclastic, and pure entertainment from first page to last. It is also based upon an all-to-familiar scenario common to almost anyone who has written their version of the 'Great American Novel' only to have it (and them) rejected by an unappreciative publishing community and a culture that values pop culture absurdity over literary erudition. Highly entertaining, "Brain: The Man Who Wrote the Book That Changed the World" is recommended reading -- especially for anyone who has ever set about trying to get something of quality published only to see hackneyed flack work be received enthusiastically by an undiscerning public." - THE MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW
"Probably the best thing about this book is the assortment of wacky characters, including the idealistic but naïve Daniel, the villainous agent and her ex-con younger brother, and the girl who believes in Charles Spectrum even when he tells her it was all a joke gone wild. It's a roller coaster ride for Daniel, but pure fun for the reader--full of odd metaphors, literary allusions, and hilarious coincidences. Sometimes wordy, but still a great book for anyone who enjoys a laugh at all the crazies in the world--including themselves." - SAN FRANCISCO BOOK REVIEW
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780984418138 |
| PRICE | $12.95 (USD) |
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