Tricks of the Trade by Ben Tyler

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The early word is out on Ben Tyler's "Tricks of the Trade: " this debut promises to be the gay summer read of 2001. In his sharp and smart first novel, Tyler spins a wickedly witty, name-dropping yarn of a spurned studio publicist who's determined to leave no stone unturned -- and no closet unopened -- in his quest for vengeance.

Being gay in Hollywood is never easy but, thanks to his homophobic female boss, Bart Cain's life is a living hell. The disgruntled staff writer would like nothing better than to retire to a picturesque Scottish village -- preferably with a hot literary career and a hotter houseboy. But first, he has an axe to grind with Shad Draper, Sterling Studios, and the industry in general.

Bart isn't the only would-be writer in town -- and concocting screenplays isn't Rodrigo Dominguez's only talent. The lusty Latino hustler is the epitome of Bart's wildest fantasies -- and with any luck, Bart might just be able to help him realize one of his. Rod's convinced that his big break is finally on the horizon, courtesy of Bart's studio connections -- and a fateful introduction to Jim Fallon.

One moment, the All-American actor was on top of the world playing prime time's favorite sitcom dad. The next, Jim's homemade sado-masochistic porn video is leaked to tabloid television, outing his appetite for young boys. Jim's not the only closeted icon who's seen and done it all. And now, he's about to tell it all -- with a little help from Bart and Rod.

Edition Details

ISBN: 1575668130
Publisher: Kensington Books
Format: Hardcover
Publication Date: 2001
The early word is out on Ben Tyler's "Tricks of the Trade: " this debut promises to be the gay summer read of 2001. In his sharp and smart first novel, Tyler spins a wickedly witty, name-dropping yarn of a spurned studio publicist who's determined to leave no stone unturned -- and no closet unopened -- in his quest for vengeance.

Being gay in Hollywood is never easy but, thanks to his homophobic female boss, Bart Cain's life is a living hell. The disgruntled staff writer would like nothing better than to retire to a picturesque Scottish village -- preferably with a hot literary career and a hotter houseboy. But first, he has an axe to grind with Shad Draper, Sterling Studios, and the industry in general.

Bart isn't the only would-be writer in town -- and concocting screenplays isn't Rodrigo Dominguez's only talent. The lusty Latino hustler is the epitome of Bart's wildest fantasies -- and with any luck, Bart might just be able to help him realize one of his. Rod's convinced that his big break is finally on the horizon, courtesy of Bart's studio connections -- and a fateful introduction to Jim Fallon.

One moment, the All-American actor was on top of the world playing prime time's favorite sitcom dad. The next, Jim's homemade sado-masochistic porn video is leaked to tabloid television, outing his appetite for young boys. Jim's not the only closeted icon who's seen and done it all. And now, he's about to tell it all -- with a little help from Bart and Rod.

Edition Details

ISBN: 1575668130
Publisher: Kensington Books
Format: Hardcover
Publication Date: 2001