Adam Langer on the state of modern literature

From the Wall Street Journal:"It seems almost like panic has set in the publishing industry and people are willing to try anything that works. Books are getting sold like they do in Hollywood, on a pitch. Or books are being sold based on a popular blog. Ultimately, readers would like to read a book, not a marketing scheme." I am so excited about his new book, THE THIEVES OF MANHATTAN, set in the publishing scene. It's not out till the 13th but if you haven't read ELLINGTON BOULEVARD or CROSSING CALIFORNIA yet, those should tide you over.