Phoenix Books president Michael Viner, the man responsible for publishing books by some of the most objectionable figures in recent American history, has died at the age of 74.

Some of Viner's greatest hits:

• Rod Blagojevich's post-scandal book.
• OJ Simpson-related books from Faye Resnick and a juror.
• Jayson Blair's memoir.
• A book by Gene Simmons.
• The Price: My Rise and Fall as Natalia, New York's #1 Escort.