MEET KERRIE
A fearless storyteller unraveling the mysteries of the criminal mind through her compelling narratives in true crime, bringing justice to the forefront with every word.
She writes about violent subcultures, undercover lives, outlaw motorcycle gangs, and criminal pathology. She has appeared on numerous television documentaries and shows including American Greed, the History Channel, Netflix, A&E, Investigation ID, People Magazine, and CNN. Her books have been made into a popular television series, Gangland Undercover, and optioned for film.
Kerrie Droban [ZHIVAGO] is an award-winning true crime author/podcaster, attorney, and television journalist.
Growing up in a spy family, Kerrie was exposed to the world of espionage and secrets from an early age. This unique upbringing provided a foundation for her future work in unraveling hidden narratives.
01. EARLY EXPOSURE TO ESPIONAGE
Kerrie honed her skills as a writer, earning her masters from the Johns Hopkins University Writing Seminars, before pursuing her dual passion for criminal justice and pathology at the University of Arizona where she earned her Juris doctorate and master of fine arts from the University of Arizona.
As an experienced capital litigator, Kerrie is also a champion of truth and justice, advocating for victims of psychological abuse and resolving cases post-conviction.
As a multi-published, award-winning author of true crime, Kerrie’s works explore organized crime, criminal minds, and undercover investigations.
Kerrie's Journey
"Writing is more than a profession; it's a calling, something inherent."
TRIUMPH + TRUE CRIME
02. EDUCATION
03. SPECIALIZATION IN CRIMINAL AND FAMILY LAW
04. AUTHORSHIP
- Academy of American Poets’ Award
- New Letters International Poetry Award
- Amelia Encore Award
- Poet Lore Award
- Daniel Shockett Award for Excellence in Creative Writing
- Daphne Du Maurier Award for Excellence in Suspense/Mystery – The Watchman’s Circle
- Clara Award for Excellence
- USA News National Book Award for Best True Crime – Running with the Devil: The True Story of the ATF’s Infiltration of the Hells Angels, 2008
- “Best Books” Award Winner for Best True Crime & Best Memoir – Prodigal Father, Pagan Son: My Life Born Into Madness
HONORS + AWARDS
CONNECT
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VIEW COLLECTION
Dive into Kerrie's captivating collection of true crime books.
KERRIE'S BOOKS
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