Thursday Master Class: How to Write a True Crime Thriller

If you want your true crime story to read like a can't-put-it-down thriller, this is the masterclass you’ve been waiting for. Peter Houlahan, award-winning author of Norco '80, takes you behind the scenes of one of America’s wildest bank robberies—and shows you how to turn raw research into white-knuckle storytelling. You'll work with real 911 calls, police reports, court records, and interviews to learn exactly how to shape the chaos of real life into a seamless, heart-pounding narrative. This isn’t theory—it’s a hands-on, eyes-wide-open look at how the best true crime books are built. If you're serious about writing true crime that matters, this session will change the way you work forever. Seats are limited—get in the room and get inspired.