Narrative nonfiction: Two of the best give a masterclass
David Grann (Killers of the Flower Moon) and Ben Macintyre (SAS Rogue Heroes) in conversation
A how-to… on writing gripping true stories
David Grann and Ben Macintyre are two of the best writers of narrative nonfiction out there.
Grann’s magazine stories for the New Yorker and his amazing books Killers of the Flower Moon and The Wager are wondrous page-turners and have made him the darling of Hollywood.
With books such as SAS Rogue Heroes, A Spy Among Friends and Operation Mincemeat, Ben Macintyre has done the same thing, but from a UK perspective.
If you’ve not read their work, I heartily recommend you rectify that.
So, today I offer you a real treat. Here’s Grann and Macintyre in conversation, talking about finding story ideas, reporting and research, and bringing history to life in thrilling nonfiction.
Enjoy!
