Steve Radlauer is a writer (and, with the publication of Townie Planet, an e-pamphleteer) based in New York City. He has: written or co-written several books, including Dan Quayle: Airhead Apparent with Paul Slansky, The Historic Shops & Restaurants of New York with Ellen Williams, and Special Moments with Joe Bodolai; written articles for Esquire, New York, Spy, Asian Art News, Hamptons Country, the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, and other publications; worked in film, television, and advertising; been on the board of directors of two non-profit arts organizations; and is the co-founder of Ardea Media, publisher of Touchscreen Tours smartphone apps.