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How the industry rose from simple product demos to a dominant force in modern American consumer culture. The Quest for Perfect Abs (and Millions) But Wait ... There's More!: Tighten Your Abs, M...

The true genius of the infomercial isn't just the product; it's the . They identify a problem you didn't know you had (like a dull kitchen knife) and provide an immediate, "limited-time" solution. Stern’s book ensures that the next time you see a "buy one, get one free" offer, you’ll see the sophisticated machinery working behind that "Set it and forget it!" catchphrase. From the motivational energy of Tony Robbins to

If so, you aren't alone. In his book, , journalist Remy Stern explores how one out of every three Americans has succumbed to the siren song of the television infomercial. Far from just being "cheesy late-night TV," this is a $100 billion industry that has mastered the art of the sell. More Than Just Kitschy Commercials They identify a problem you didn't know you

While we might laugh at the "goofy grins" and "laughable demonstrations" of the Ginsu knife or the George Foreman Grill, the business behind them is larger than the film and music industries combined. Stern’s work pulls back the curtain on the legends of the pitch, including:

Here is a blog post exploring the fascinating world of the infomercial industry through the lens of Stern’s investigative work.