Robert Kerbeck is a renowned author, founder of the Malibu Writers Circle, and a three-time Pushcart Prize nominee. His gripping first-person account of the Woolsey Fire, published as an Op-Ed in the LA Times, was read by over a million people, showcasing his exceptional writing skills.
Kerbeck's debut book, MALIBU BURNING: The Real Story Behind LA's Most Devastating Wildfire, garnered numerous accolades, including a Los Angeles Press Club Award, a SoCal Journalism Award, the IPPY Award, and the Best of LA Award.
His latest true crime memoir, RUSE: Lying the American Dream from Hollywood to Wall Street, is a thrilling tale of how a wannabe actor became the world's greatest corporate spy. Frank Abagnale, author of Catch Me If You Can, praised Kerbeck's work, stating, "He has mastered the art of social engineering, or what he calls 'rusing', and taken it to a whole new level."
The New York Journal of Books described Kerbeck's book as "astounding," noting its "fraught with tension" narrative. His writing has been featured in various publications, including the Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, Narratively, Los Angeles Magazine, Shondaland, and Lithub's Crime Reads.
Kerbeck's short story, Reconnected, was adapted into an award-winning film, showcasing his versatility as a writer. A lifetime member of The Actors Studio, he is also an award-winning actor. He is the creator and host of the Soho House Lit Salon series @ Soho Malibu, where he has welcomed notable guests such as author and Blackbird creator, Dennis Lehane, ESPN sports media figure Stephen A. Smith, and Maroon 5's Ryan Dusick.
A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Kerbeck resides in Malibu and invites readers to learn more about his work at RobertKerbeck.com.
