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gothic-literature-publishing
The chapter depicts the commercial and creative tensions in publishing Gothic novels, highlighting the demand for outlines and business oversight.
1 chapter across 1 book
What's Become of Screwloose and Other Inquiries (1971)Ron Goulart
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In this chapter, Barry Rhymer navigates the challenges of publishing Gothic novels with Bernard Hunzler, who struggles to secure an advance under new editorial policies. Concurrently, Barry manages a covert surveillance operation involving a mechanical operative named Carnahan, who monitors his wife Janey's suspicious activities, revealing her involvement with a Mafia associate. The chapter explores Barry's internal conflict over trust, surveillance, and his passive approach to confronting his wife's infidelity.