When Steven Hudson, a wealthy widower in his late sixties, agrees to appear on a reality TV show with a group of beautiful twentysomething gold diggers, romance breaks out where he least expects it. As the head of a somewhat stodgy old–money Wall Street firm, Steven's partners are against his decision to appear on the show, but his children–especially his ne'er–do–well son, Henry–support him. While Henry is smart–he's invented many clever applications for computers–he's lazy, and has never had to work a day in his life. But if Henry can help out his father with the TV show, and end up with some of the girls who are eliminated from the show each week, how can that hurt?
 When Steven least expects it, love jumps up and smacks him between the eyes. Jessica James–the TV show's producer–is about thirty–nine, and a single mother with a teenage son. But unlike the siliconed and perfectly toned babes vying for Steven's love–and wallet–she is a real woman who has lived life and knows what she wants. To her great surprise, Jessie discovers she wants Steven too, despite the thirty years separating them. But not before Steven is run through the mill of hot young things who are exhaustingly energetic between the sheets. Even Henry is in for an awakening when he discovers that there is more to life than rich food, expensive drink, fine clothes, fast cars, and gorgeous women. Everyone is fair game for Cupid's arrows.

Sex and the Single Zillionaire: A Novel

Literature & Fiction

Perkins, Tom

United States

AVON.

Much to his surprise, and the chagrin of his Wall Street partners, Steven Hudson, a very wealthy widower, agrees to appear on the new reality show Trophy Bride. Plucked from his lonely Central Park-view penthouse and dropped into a frothy mix of stunning models, actresses, and athletes, Steven's sober life quickly veers out of control. Lured from his solitary existence by Jessica James, the smart and sexy producer of Trophy Bride, Steven is smitten and plays along with the TV madness to stay close to Jessie, taping "dates" on his fabulous private jet, the breathtaking slopes of Vail, and his incredible yacht—struggling to show Jessie that he's more than just a zillionaire. But with an engagement ring on her finger from her hot young fiancé, is Steven too late? Funny, sexy, and at times deeply moving, this debut novel has made waves in bedrooms and boardrooms all across the nation.

William Morrow Paperbacks

An unstinting memoir by the Silicon Valley venture capitalist traces his career with Hewlett-Packard, contributions to biotechnology innovations, and marriage to Danielle Steel, in an account that also discusses his scandal-marked role in protesting chairman Patricia Dunn's infamous leak investigation. 60,000 first printing.

Valley Boy: The Education of Tom Perkins

History

Gotham

The national bestseller now in paperback: the revealing personal memoir from Tom Perkins?renowned venture capitalist, Silicon Valley and biotechnology pioneer, and one of America?s most successful businessmen. Known for his idiosyncratic ideas and golden touch, Tom Perkins has always been one of the business world?s most intriguing figures. In this insightful memoir, Perkins recalls many fascinating episodes of his life, both personal and professional, including his involvement in the creation of American industries no one could have dreamed of not long ago.

Biographies & Memoirs

Professionals & Academics

Penguin Publishing Group

Written by an eminent practitioner and teacher, this book guides the novice through the basics of letter carving, drawn lettering, and making simple designs in stone. For the more experienced, it explains a new proportioning system for classical Roman capitals and demonstrates a useful approach to designing letterform variations. The book covers: the development of 20th-century letter carving; tools, materials, stone, and making an easel; drawing a range of alphabets for use in letter carving; inscriptions, gilding, and painting letters; detailed instructions for V-incising the keystrokes of letters; and designing headstones, plaques, and more. A handsome volume, illustrating a wide range of creative pieces and showcasing the exciting new work of contemporary letter carvers.

Art of Letter Carving in Stone

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

The Crowood Press

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Books by Perkins, Tom

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Sex and the Single Zillionaire: A Novel

Sex and the Single Zillionaire: A Novel

Valley Boy: The Education of Tom Perkins

Valley Boy: The Education of Tom Perkins

Art of Letter Carving in Stone