Famous after Death

In "Famous After Death," Benjamin Cheever presents a darkly comic exploration of American obsessions through the story of Noel Hammersmith, an overweight diet book editor who aspires for love and fame. As Noel navigates a series of neighborhood bombings and his own quest for thinness, he encounters a visionary writer named Che Guevara, who offers unconventional solutions to achieve notoriety. The narrative unfolds through Noel's journal entries and letters, interspersed with humorous annotations, revealing a multilayered satire that critiques societal ideals. The audiobook also features an exclusive interview with the author, Benjamin Cheever.