Do You Want to Make Money or Would You Rather Fool Around?

Are you looking for the next big thing?

In these sixty-plus short pieces, prominent investment advisor and writer John D. Spooner shares an invaluable collection of insights and proven strategies you can use to make-and keep-more money in the market.

In a world overwhelmed with investment advice, Spooner offers something more precious-hard-won investment wisdom. He shares over 30 years of experience-in markets ranging from disastrous to unstoppable-along with savvy lessons that will lead you to a sound and highly profitable investment strategy.

You will also get a vivid behind-the-scenes look at the investment world's volatile and fascinating mix of people, money, cunning, and luck-and a better understanding of how the pro's really make more money on Wall Street.

If you're ready to move beyond chasing the latest high-flying stock or over-hyped IPO, and get serious about making money, this book is a great place to start!

John D. Spooner is the only investment advisor/novelist in America. His bestselling nonfiction includes Confessions of a Stockbroker, Smart People, and Sex and Money. His work has appeared in the Atlantic Monthly, Esquire, Playboy, The Boston Globe, and many other publications, including Boston magazine, where he is currently the Financial Editor. A Senior Vice President of Salomon Smith Barney, Inc., Mr. Spooner has appeared on numerous TV and radio programs including Wall Street Week. He watches over assets in excess of 500 million for clients all over the world through his Smart People management business. A graduate of Harvard, he lives in Boston, MA.