Bob Smith discusses & signs his new novel Selfish & Perverse October 11, 2007

Nelson Kunker is trapped in his job as the script supervisor on "Aftertaste," the low-rated late-night sketch television show. His life in Los Angeles has come to a halt because he’ s unable to finish the novel he's writing, doesn't have a boyfriend, and, at the pivotal age of thirty-four, has reached the juncture where he has to decide whether he's really talented or just gay.
One day he meets Roy Briggs, a part-time salmon fisherman/full-time archaeology student who's visiting from Alaska. When Nelson attempts to make small talk with the handsome Roy, he references an obscure but haunting story about bowhead whales that startles the science nerd in both men into suspecting that they might be soulmates. Unfortunately, Nelson discovers his soul is a bit of a slut when he also meets the guest host of that week's show, the surprisingly bookish movie star Dylan Fabizak, freshly paroled after a drug bust. When the three end up at Roy's home in Alaska, hilarity, love, and debauchery ensue. Wooed by both Roy and Dylan, Nelson comes to strongly identify with the salmon they are fishing for — another insanely driven species that will overcome every hurdle in its search for love.

About Bob Smith:
Bob Smith has the distinction of being the first openly gay comedian to appear on The Tonight Show and also have his own HBO Comedy half hour. Other TV shows include Politically Incorrect: The Late, Late Show; Entertainment Tonight; Tom Snyder; and Comedy Central's Out There. He's written for Amblin Films. The MTV Video Awards, Dennis Miller, and Roseanne and was a staff writer for Fox's MAD-TV. Smith is a regular contributor to Out magazine, where he writes the popular monthly list column and feature articles. He lives in New York City.
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