I, Libertine

I, Libertine is a historical novel that began as a practical joke by Jean Shepherd, a late-night radio raconteur who aimed to lampoon the process of determining best-selling books. After generating substantial attention for a novel that did not actually exist, Shepherd approved a 1956 edition of the book written mainly by Theodore Sturgeon—which was later claimed to have become an actual best-seller, with all profits donated to charity.