Live from Left Coast Crime, Outliers Writing University presents Hal Glatzer a lifelong writer who penned his first fiction in elementary school and never looked back—moving from journalism and tech writing to crafting mysteries rich with history, music, and intrigue.His novel The Trapdoor was ahead of its time, diving into the dark side of hacking in the 1980s, while his Katy Green series blends jazz-era music with thrilling investigations. His latest book, The Nest, brings a fresh take on a classic mystery plot set in the present day.Beyond writing, Hal has a deep love for Sherlock Holmes, contributing pastiche stories, stage plays, and audio dramas. As an active member of the Mystery Writers of America and Vice President of its New York chapter, he remains deeply engaged in the crime fiction community.