neil kleid
11-27-2006, 01:38 PM
This Sunday, December 3rd, NBM Publishing will be exhibiting at The Small Press Book Fair at 20 W. 44th St., between 5th and 6th.
http://www.nbmpub.com/comicslit/kleid/browncovsmall.jpg
I'll be signing both hardcover and softcover copies of BROWNSVILLE and NINETY CANDLES along with Ted Rall, no doubt signing his new book, SILK ROAD TO RUIN.
BROWNSVILLE, by myself and Jake Allen, follows the intertwined lives of Allie Tanennbaum, Abe Reles and scores of hoods organized by Louis Lepke Buchalter into the deadliest hit operation in Mafia history, "Murder, Inc.", as they escape the mean streets and lonely tenements of East New York., make themselves into the most dangerous men in America, only to eventually send their best friends and closest allies up the river.
Here's what people are saying about BROWNSVILLE:
"This is a fine piece of graphic literature that should have strong appeal to the non-traditional comics reader." - Moviepoopshoot.com
"Smart, absorbing." -Ray Olson, Booklist
"Beautifully moody evocation of a bygone Brooklyn inhabited by Jewish gangsters, Brownsville follows the career of some of the biggest names in the hoodlum business. A fine addition to the archive." - Publishers Weekly
"Outstanding. Stands out as one of the best books of the year thus far. Highly recommended. Grade: 5/5." - Comicbookgalaxy.com
"Weaves history and fiction into a visceral and moving story." -Richard Pachter, Miami Herald
"***1/2. NBM's ComicsLit line delivers. As a history buff, I looked forward to this book written by Xeric Award winner Neil Kleid, and, once I had it in hand, it lived up to my lofty expectations." -Ray Sidman, Comics Buyer's Guide
"Allen and Kleid have created an absorbing pictorial novella that illuminates one of the more fascinating episodes in American Jewish history." -Eddy Portnoy , The Forward
"Jewish gangsters are almost unheard of these days. This taut and suspenseful drama takes people to an era that no longer exists. I'm not saying Jews are untainted by crime these days - but at least they're not out knockin' heads like they used to be!" - Harvey Pekar, writer, American Splendor
"Most of the material you'll find about the 'jewish mafia' is garbage. This book examines a piece of the history of organized crime, and does so with grace, style and power. BROWNSVILLE carries history. Read it." - Carla Speed McNeil, creator, Finder
There's a short sequence available for preview up at the NBM site. Click on the page to scroll through the preview:
http://www.nbmpublishing.com/comicslit/kleid/brownprev1.html
There's a hefty interview about BROWNSVILLE at:
http://newsarama.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=24274
6x9, 208pp., B&W, hardcover, $18.95, ISBN: 1561634581
6x9, 208pp., B&W, trade paperback, $12.95, ISBN 1-56163-459-X
The Nineteenth Annual Independent and Small Press Book Fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 2nd, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, December 3rd. The Fair will take place in the landmark building of the General Society Library of Mechanics and Tradesmen, at 20 West 44th Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues, in Manhattan. Admission to the Fair continues to be free, though a one dollar donation is encouraged.
The Book Fair is one of the most notable literary events of the year. With over one hundred cutting edge presses from the U.S and abroad, exhibiting some of the most distinguished books in contemporary literature, and another hundred showcasing their titles, the Fair truly highlights the diversity and wealth of the independent publishing world today. The 2005 Fair drew nearly 3,000 visitors, and 115 of the nation's most well-respected independents.
Hope to see you there!
For more information about the book:
Neil Kleid: neilkleid@gmail.com
NBM Publishing: admin@nbmpub.com
http://www.nbmpub.com/comicslit/kleid/browncovsmall.jpg
I'll be signing both hardcover and softcover copies of BROWNSVILLE and NINETY CANDLES along with Ted Rall, no doubt signing his new book, SILK ROAD TO RUIN.
BROWNSVILLE, by myself and Jake Allen, follows the intertwined lives of Allie Tanennbaum, Abe Reles and scores of hoods organized by Louis Lepke Buchalter into the deadliest hit operation in Mafia history, "Murder, Inc.", as they escape the mean streets and lonely tenements of East New York., make themselves into the most dangerous men in America, only to eventually send their best friends and closest allies up the river.
Here's what people are saying about BROWNSVILLE:
"This is a fine piece of graphic literature that should have strong appeal to the non-traditional comics reader." - Moviepoopshoot.com
"Smart, absorbing." -Ray Olson, Booklist
"Beautifully moody evocation of a bygone Brooklyn inhabited by Jewish gangsters, Brownsville follows the career of some of the biggest names in the hoodlum business. A fine addition to the archive." - Publishers Weekly
"Outstanding. Stands out as one of the best books of the year thus far. Highly recommended. Grade: 5/5." - Comicbookgalaxy.com
"Weaves history and fiction into a visceral and moving story." -Richard Pachter, Miami Herald
"***1/2. NBM's ComicsLit line delivers. As a history buff, I looked forward to this book written by Xeric Award winner Neil Kleid, and, once I had it in hand, it lived up to my lofty expectations." -Ray Sidman, Comics Buyer's Guide
"Allen and Kleid have created an absorbing pictorial novella that illuminates one of the more fascinating episodes in American Jewish history." -Eddy Portnoy , The Forward
"Jewish gangsters are almost unheard of these days. This taut and suspenseful drama takes people to an era that no longer exists. I'm not saying Jews are untainted by crime these days - but at least they're not out knockin' heads like they used to be!" - Harvey Pekar, writer, American Splendor
"Most of the material you'll find about the 'jewish mafia' is garbage. This book examines a piece of the history of organized crime, and does so with grace, style and power. BROWNSVILLE carries history. Read it." - Carla Speed McNeil, creator, Finder
There's a short sequence available for preview up at the NBM site. Click on the page to scroll through the preview:
http://www.nbmpublishing.com/comicslit/kleid/brownprev1.html
There's a hefty interview about BROWNSVILLE at:
http://newsarama.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=24274
6x9, 208pp., B&W, hardcover, $18.95, ISBN: 1561634581
6x9, 208pp., B&W, trade paperback, $12.95, ISBN 1-56163-459-X
The Nineteenth Annual Independent and Small Press Book Fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 2nd, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, December 3rd. The Fair will take place in the landmark building of the General Society Library of Mechanics and Tradesmen, at 20 West 44th Street, between 5th and 6th Avenues, in Manhattan. Admission to the Fair continues to be free, though a one dollar donation is encouraged.
The Book Fair is one of the most notable literary events of the year. With over one hundred cutting edge presses from the U.S and abroad, exhibiting some of the most distinguished books in contemporary literature, and another hundred showcasing their titles, the Fair truly highlights the diversity and wealth of the independent publishing world today. The 2005 Fair drew nearly 3,000 visitors, and 115 of the nation's most well-respected independents.
Hope to see you there!
For more information about the book:
Neil Kleid: neilkleid@gmail.com
NBM Publishing: admin@nbmpub.com