Scott Stein

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Latest novel: THE GREAT AMERICAN BETRAYAL "Best Comedy Books of 2022" —Vulture English professor, novelist, satirist, editor, father, husband, dog owner, gardener https://scottsteinonline.com

Back cover of The Great American Betrayal. Includes description of the book and blurbs, similar to what you can find at https://scottsteinonline.com/books/the-great-american-betrayal/
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Wide pic of backyard showing cedar tree, Lavender Chiffon (Rose of Sharon), lavender butterfly bush, Dynamite Crape Myrtle tree, white butterfly bush, dwarf burning bush. Behind the fence is neighbor’s house and larger trees. Foreground shows grass.
Dynamite crape Myrtle tree with lots of red flower clusters
Close pic of a moth on a lavender bloom of a butterfly bush.
A somewhat zoomed pic of a cardinal perched on the edge of a light blue flowerpot. Pic taken through glass door from just inside my family room. The flowerpots are on the backyard deck. Background of pic shows grass, a fence, plants. Foreground shows part of the arm of an outdoor wicker style chair
Bright pink and reddish crape Myrtle flowers. Background shows other blurry shrubs and a house
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“A clever novel that just consistently dances on the edge of absurdity; it’s a great and witty time.” —Vulture.com, “The Best Comedy Books of 2022” “The Great American Betrayal is a wickedly funny novel jam-packed with madcap invention and verbal hijinks that are sure to be a hit with fans of Douglas Adams and Stanislaw Lem. Scott Stein writes wild plots and sentences that tie your brain in delicious knots while working his inimitable brand of bravura cosmic absurdity. God bless him.” —Gabe Hudson, author of Dear Mr. President and Gork, the Teenage Dragon “Delightful, sparkling, zany, with clever references to Kafka and Orwell and Borges, and narrated by a lovable crime-solving coffeebot, The Great American Betrayal takes the dysfunction of our social-media-riveted world and ramps it up to absurdist heights in service of a rollicking, engrossing mystery.” —Vikram Paralkar, author of Night Theater and The Afflictions “I love Scott Stein’s writing. It’s effervescent. The Great American Betrayal practically fizzed on my tongue. It’s sharp and silly and a hell of a lot of fun to read.” —Mike Sacks, author of Passing on the Right, Stinker Lets Loose, and Poking a Dead Frog “Stein’s The Great American Betrayal is a blast! A coffee-maker turned detective and his laconic, ‘Not-An-English-Professor’ partner deliver a fun story and a good-humored skewering of contemporary American culture in this winning sequel.” —Chantel Acevedo, author of the Muse Squad series and The Curse on Spectacle Key
Video of a hummingbird moth hovering around and feasting on a purple flower of a butterfly bush
A hummingbird moth feasting on a white bloom on a butterfly bush. They look a little like a bee. The wings are very fast, translucent.
Monarch butterfly on a lavender butterfly bush flower.
Hand holding glass of beer. Background is baseball game on a TV on outdoor deck
Two eastern swallowtail butterflies on a lavender butterfly bush
Close pic of purplish flowers
Alert on my phone: Imminent Threat Alert now National Weather Service: A FLASH FLOOD WARNING is in effect for this area until 7:15 PM EDT. This is a dangerous and life-threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel unless you are fleeing an area subject to flooding or under an evacuation order.
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Close pic of raspberry dazzle crape Myrtle shrub and flowers
Small crape Myrtle tree with clusters of white flowers.
• Air Quality Alert NOW UNTIL 12AM EDT SAT Today's Outlook Sunny today. High of 87°. The full version of a good day. Get outside if you can. 12 pm 1pm 2pm 3pm 4pm 85° • 85° 86° 87° 87°
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Private detective Frank Harken could really, really use a cup of coffee. Can you blame him? His new case features a missing woman, a flaky client, a cranky security officer, a mysterious assassin, an overbearing mob boss, an ice-cold enforcer, and the best mini-golf the world has ever seen. Did we mention the fate of millions is at stake? “Stein delivers a madcap sci-fi take on the hard-boiled detective genre in this fun, near-future romp that’s chock-full of rapid-fire wit, tongue-in-cheek literary allusions, and playful futuristic absurdity… Stein keeps the stakes high and the laughs coming … Sure to appeal to fans of Douglas Adams, this zany, uproarious mystery is a constant delight.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Get ready for some super great fun! The Great American Deception is a hilarious (and deeply disturbing) voyage through a futuristic netherworld of caffeinated robots and diet pizza. Somewhere—possibly nowhere—Douglas Adams is sighing pleasurably with a combination of approval and afterlife indigestion.” —Gary Shteyngart, author of Little Failure and Lake Success “The Great American Deception is by far the most enjoyable novel told from the point of view of a futuristic coffee machine I have ever read!” —Ben Schwartz, actor and writer
Air quality alert Current Air Quality Today 7/17 217 AQI Very Unhealthy Health effects will be immediately felt by sensitive groups and should avoid outdoor activity. Healthy individuals are likely to experience difficulty breathing and throat irritation; consider staying indoors and rescheduling outdoor activities. Based on Current Pollutants Learn more at Plumb Labs Logo Current Pollutants Air Quality Scale Over the past hour PM 2.5 Very Unhealthy Fine Particulate Matter are inhalable pollutant particles with a diameter less than 2.5 micrometers that can enter the lungs and bloodstream, resulting in serious health issues. The most severe impacts are on the lungs and heart. Exposure can result in coughing or difficulty breathing, aggravated asthma, and the development of chronic respiratory disease. more 217 111 µg/m³ PM 10 Unhealthy Particulate Matter are inhalable pollutant particles with a diameter less than 10 micrometers. Particles that are larger than 2.5 micrometers can be deposited in airways, resulting in health issues. Exposure can result in eye and throat irritation, coughing or difficulty breathing, and aggravated asthma. More frequent and excessive exposure can result in more serious health effects. more 139 142 µg/m³ NO 2 Poor Breathing in high levels of Nitrogen Dioxide increases the risk of respiratory problems. Coughing and difficulty breathing are common and more serious health issues such as respiratory infections can occur with longer exposure. more
screenshot from accuweather website showing that the air is very unhealthy Very Unhealthy Health effects will be immediately felt by sensitive groups and should avoid outdoor activity. Healthy individuals are likely to experience difficulty breathing and throat irritation; consider staying indoors and rescheduling outdoor activities. Current Pollutants Air Quality Scale Over the past hour PM 2.5 Very Unhealthy Fine Particulate Matter are inhalable pollutant particles with a diameter less than 2.5 micrometers that can enter the lungs and bloodstream, resulting in serious health issues. The most severe impacts are on the lungs and heart. Exposure can result in coughing or difficulty breathing, aggravated asthma, and the development of chronic respiratory disease. 158 65 µg/m³ PM 10 Unhealthy Particulate Matter are inhalable pollutant particles with a diameter less than 10 micrometers. Particles that are larger than 2.5 micrometers can be deposited in airways, resulting in health issues. Exposure can result in eye and throat irritation, coughing or difficulty breathing, and aggravated asthma. More frequent and excessive exposure can result in more serious health effects. more 103 84 µg/m³ NO 2 Poor Breathing in high levels of Nitrogen Dioxide increases the risk of respiratory problems. Coughing and difficulty breathing are common and more serious health issues such as respiratory infections can occur with longer exposure. more 52 33 µg/m³
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screenshot of Publishers Weekly starred review of The Great American Deception. Full text at: https://www.publishersweekly.com/978-1-946501-21-9 Excerpt: “Stein delivers a madcap sci-fi take on the hard-boiled detective genre in this fun, near-future romp that’s chock-full of rapid-fire wit, tongue-in-cheek literary allusions, and playful futuristic absurdity… Stein keeps the stakes high and the laughs coming … Sure to appeal to fans of Douglas Adams, this zany, uproarious mystery is a constant delight.” More info about the book at https://scottsteinonline.com/books/the-great-american-deception/
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Delicate, deep red flowers with yellow center.
Our second case was a real humdinger, which everyone knows is the most challenging variety of dinger. Maybe I’ll tell you about it some time, if you have the required security clearance.
Private detective Frank Harken could really, really use a cup of coffee. Can you blame him? His new case features a missing woman, a flaky client, a cranky security officer, a mysterious assassin, an overbearing mob boss, an ice-cold enforcer, and the best mini-golf the world has ever seen. Did we mention the fate of millions is at stake? “Stein delivers a madcap sci-fi take on the hard-boiled detective genre in this fun, near-future romp that’s chock-full of rapid-fire wit, tongue-in-cheek literary allusions, and playful futuristic absurdity… Stein keeps the stakes high and the laughs coming … Sure to appeal to fans of Douglas Adams, this zany, uproarious mystery is a constant delight.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Get ready for some super great fun! The Great American Deception is a hilarious (and deeply disturbing) voyage through a futuristic netherworld of caffeinated robots and diet pizza. Somewhere—possibly nowhere—Douglas Adams is sighing pleasurably with a combination of approval and afterlife indigestion.” —Gary Shteyngart, author of Little Failure and Lake Success “The Great American Deception is by far the most enjoyable novel told from the point of view of a futuristic coffee machine I have ever read!” —Ben Schwartz, actor and writer
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A bunch of pink Stargazer lily flowers. Background is deck, shrubs, trees, grass in a backyard.
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A mini labradoodle lying on an outdoor sofa on a deck. A fan on a glass top coffee table is facing him. Also pictured are trees, shrubs, grass, flowerpots, etc
Pic from inside the kitchen through the window showing large butterfly bush with lavender flowers and a Eastern swallowtail butterfly on one of the blooms
Close up showing white-pinkish blooms of burgundy cotton crape myrtle
Purple hydrangea bloom and leaves
Bee inside hostas flower
Fireball Hibiscus Giant red flowers
screenshot of Publishers Weekly starred review of The Great American Deception. Full text at: https://www.publishersweekly.com/978-1-946501-21-9 Excerpt: “Stein delivers a madcap sci-fi take on the hard-boiled detective genre in this fun, near-future romp that’s chock-full of rapid-fire wit, tongue-in-cheek literary allusions, and playful futuristic absurdity… Stein keeps the stakes high and the laughs coming … Sure to appeal to fans of Douglas Adams, this zany, uproarious mystery is a constant delight.” More info about the book at https://scottsteinonline.com/books/the-great-american-deception/
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Video of yellow Eastern swallowtail butterfly flapping wings while hanging out on a lavender butterfly bush
A bunch of stargazer lily flowers in full bloom. They smell as good as they look.
Private detective Frank Harken could really, really use a cup of coffee. Can you blame him? His new case features a missing woman, a flaky client, a cranky security officer, a mysterious assassin, an overbearing mob boss, an ice-cold enforcer, and the best mini-golf the world has ever seen. Did we mention the fate of millions is at stake? “Stein delivers a madcap sci-fi take on the hard-boiled detective genre in this fun, near-future romp that’s chock-full of rapid-fire wit, tongue-in-cheek literary allusions, and playful futuristic absurdity… Stein keeps the stakes high and the laughs coming … Sure to appeal to fans of Douglas Adams, this zany, uproarious mystery is a constant delight.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Get ready for some super great fun! The Great American Deception is a hilarious (and deeply disturbing) voyage through a futuristic netherworld of caffeinated robots and diet pizza. Somewhere—possibly nowhere—Douglas Adams is sighing pleasurably with a combination of approval and afterlife indigestion.” —Gary Shteyngart, author of Little Failure and Lake Success “The Great American Deception is by far the most enjoyable novel told from the point of view of a futuristic coffee machine I have ever read!” —Ben Schwartz, actor and writer
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Close pic of large stargazer lily flower.
Close up of Kasteel brewery glass containing Kasteel Donker Quadrupel 11. Also, pizza on a kitchen table, window, appliance
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84° Feels like 88° | H 86° | L 70° Next hr rain chance 2% Sunny Today's Outlook > Mostly cloudy today. High of 86°. . Mostly grey, but not without its moments. The sun has something to say as well. A pretty easy kind of day overall. 10 am 11am 12pm في: 1pm 2 pm 84° • 85° • 85° 86° •• 85°
Bobletstock 12 ER 12TH ANNIVERSARY BEER - ORANGE C.R.E.A.M.SICLE ALE 1. 11th and Pattison Blonde Ale (5.3%) 2. 2022 Tre 'Marque Belgian Dark Strong (10%) 3. 4. 2023 Carle The Great Bourbon Bbl-Aged RIS (10.5%) 5. 2025 Carle The Great Bourbon Bbl-Aged RIS (10.5%) 6. A Change of Seasons Passionfruit Wit (4.9%) 7. Ashes in the Air Barleywine (10%) 8. Belgian Golden Strong (9.3%) Bofur Chocolate Peanutbutter Stout (8.1%) 9. Bubba's Mixed Berry Tea (6.5%) 10. Bubba's Rootbeer Tea (6.5%) 11. Bubba's SOUR Tea (6.5%) 12. Bubba's Watermelon Apple Rose Hip Tea (6.5%) 13. Chocolate Bacon Blonde Stout (6.3%) 14. Cloudy, Juicy, Hazy IPA (6%) 39. Soundcheck #20 DDH Hazy IPA (6%) 40. Steinbeiser's Buried Treasure Cream Ale (4.6%) 41. The Ghoul Ghost Stout (6.3%) 42. The Ghoul Red Velvet Ghost Stout (6.3%) 43. The Ghoul Banana French Toast Ghost Stout (6.3%) 44. Think Fast, Run Fast Light Lager (4%) 45. Think Fast, Run Fast Light Lager w/ Lime (4%) 46. Trauger Keller Festbier (6%) 47. Trauger Koelle Kolsch (5%) 48. Trauger Petra Hell-Bock (6.8%) 49. Trauger Pilsner (4.8%) 50. Trauger Zeitgeist West Coast Pilsner (4.9%) 51. Walnut Sugar Cookie Coffee Doppelbock (FIRKIN) 52. ANNIVERSARY ALE (5%) 15. Cloudy, Juicy, Hazy Strawberry Lemon Hazy IPA (6%) 16. Dole Whip Vanilla Pineapple 5 Wheat Stache (FIRKIN) 17. DOOM Dark Lager (5%) 18. Fritz's Stickybun Stout (6.4%)* 19. Guava Mango Orange Kettle Sour (FIRKIN) 20. Habanero Pineapple S'Wheat Stache Wheat (5.2%) 21. Harmonic Overtones Hazy IPA (7%) List may change before event; sorry, no crowlers; take out beer will be available at the very end of the event; all beers 56 for a 12oz pour and require purchase of a beer ticket; tickets are only valld for this event date; all beer is served in plastic cups for this event. * Beers with an asterix contain LACTOSE. 22. Hello, Dumb Dumb Fruity Pebbles Hazy IPA (7%) 23. Honey Brown Ale (4.9%) 24. Hop Water (Non Alc) 25. Lucky Cat Cheshire Smile English Dark Mild (3.3%) 26. Lucky Cat Sunshine, Blue…
Private detective Frank Harken could really, really use a cup of coffee. Can you blame him? His new case features a missing woman, a flaky client, a cranky security officer, a mysterious assassin, an overbearing mob boss, an ice-cold enforcer, and the best mini-golf the world has ever seen. Did we mention the fate of millions is at stake? “Stein delivers a madcap sci-fi take on the hard-boiled detective genre in this fun, near-future romp that’s chock-full of rapid-fire wit, tongue-in-cheek literary allusions, and playful futuristic absurdity… Stein keeps the stakes high and the laughs coming … Sure to appeal to fans of Douglas Adams, this zany, uproarious mystery is a constant delight.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Get ready for some super great fun! The Great American Deception is a hilarious (and deeply disturbing) voyage through a futuristic netherworld of caffeinated robots and diet pizza. Somewhere—possibly nowhere—Douglas Adams is sighing pleasurably with a combination of approval and afterlife indigestion.” —Gary Shteyngart, author of Little Failure and Lake Success “The Great American Deception is by far the most enjoyable novel told from the point of view of a futuristic coffee machine I have ever read!” —Ben Schwartz, actor and writer
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Beer glass and bottle on a kitchen counter. Boulevard Bourbon Barrel Quad.
Pink lilies about to bloom
Red flower in distance. Backyard and deck, shrubs and trees, flowerpots, deck furniture, frame and glass of sliding door
Close up of giant red flower
Beer glass with dark beer on an outdoor coffee table. a tv showing the baseball game. There’s other outdoor furniture on the deck. Also pictured: tree and the back of the house