Steve Berry
New York Times and internationally bestselling author known for the Cotton Malone thriller series and historical-fiction thrillers, and co-founder of the History Matters preservation initiative.
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Feb 23, 2026 • 15min
How to Turn Real History into Fiction: Lessons from Steve Berry
Steve Berry, New York Times bestselling author and History Matters co-founder, shares his lifelong love of history and how he weaves real historical facts into modern thrillers. He discusses his research process, choosing the irresistible "ooh" moments, preserving local history through fundraising, and future settings for his Cotton Malone adventures.
