Typed Postcard Signed to John Cheever - "My new book will be out in March, and now I'm pretending to write stories while I wait."

Typed postcard signed from the iconic American novelist and short-story writer, to fellow writer John Cheever. Postmarked January 16, 1967. Roth writes: "Dear John: A note from Candida says you were inquiring about me and my whereabouts. I'm at 300 E. 33rd St, and my number (unlisted ) OR9-4845. How are you and Mary? As always it would be good to see you, if and when you come to NY. My new book will be out in March, and now I'm pretending to write stories while I wait. Yours, Philip." The "new book" mentioned is Roth's 1967 novel When She Was Good, his third novel and his only with a female protagonist. Toning and two pinholes; overall very good. 5.5 x 3.25 inches (14 x 8.3 cm). (16975)

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