Doorman Wanted
Doorman Wanted by Glenn R Miller, published by Koehler Books on March 26, 2024, is a humorous and literary exploration of city life. This 308-page novel follows Henry Franken, a thirty-three-year-old man who unexpectedly inherits a substantial estate from his father. Faced with the complexities of his newfound wealth, Henry decides to apply for a doorman position in his father’s Upper East Side residential building, adopting the pseudonym “Franklin Hanratty.” This decision allows him to navigate his inheritance while maintaining a connection to the community around him.
As the story unfolds, readers will witness Henry’s transformation through his interactions with the building’s residents and the homeless individuals outside. The narrative delves into themes of identity and responsibility, as Henry grapples with his ideals and the implications of his financial status. This edition presents a unique blend of humor and insight, inviting readers to reflect on the dynamics of wealth and social responsibility within an urban setting.
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“…gem of a novel…” -Lorna Landvik, Last Circle of Love
“…beautifully written story…” -Robert Alexander, The Kitchen Boy
“… deft touch of a master storyteller…” -Greg Fields, Through the Waters and the Wild
“An entertaining debut.” -Sarah Stonich, Vacationland
Henry Franken has a problem with money-he has too much of it. When his unprincipled father dies, thirty-three-year-old Henry inherits a massive estate, including an Upper East Side residential building. He must confront the reality of his new financial status, directly conflicting with his well-honed identity as a “progressive liberal.” When he shows up to collect the keys to his father’s building, he notices a sign: “Doorman Wanted.” Seeing a chance to stave off the complexities of his inheritance, Henry applies for the position under a pseudonym . . . and gets it. Now, no one in the building knows that Doorman “Franklin Hanratty” is the building’s new mysterious owner.
Through interactions with residents and the homeless outside his door, Henry develops from an idealistic young person avoiding the demands of his fortune, into a man who accepts the opportunity to direct that wealth toward a broader good.
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