David Morrell
Critically acclaimed author of First Blood, the novel that created Rambo. He holds a Ph.D. in American literature and has written numerous New York Times bestsellers.
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Jan 31, 2025 • 2h 56min
A Master Class with David Morrell: The Art of the Thriller
David Morrell, the acclaimed author behind 'First Blood' and the 'Brotherhood of the Rose' trilogy, delves into the art of thriller writing. He shares his journey from a childhood in an orphanage to becoming a celebrated novelist, exploring themes of espionage, betrayal, and redemption. Morrell discusses the importance of independent bookstores and mentorship in fostering empathy through literature. He also emphasizes storytelling's emotional power, the intricacies of narrative structure, and the timeless nature of classic texts, weaving in personal anecdotes that resonate deeply.
Jul 30, 2026 • 50min
One True Sentence #40 with David Morrell
David Morrell, prolific novelist and creator of John Rambo, and longtime writing teacher. He picks a favorite Hemingway sentence and talks rhythm and hypnotic first paragraphs. He explains crafting First Blood’s opening, revising for narrative drive, influences from Philip Young and John Barth, and how sentence craft shapes mythic storytelling.
