I Love to Read (Michael Koryta) INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Before John Dillinger became one of America’s most famous outlaws, another Indiana gang was determined to steal the spotlight. Bloomington author Michael Koryta is bringing the story of the Brady Gang back to life in his new historical thriller, “Die Famous.” The New York Times bestselling author has written more than 20 novels and splits his time between Bloomington and Camden, Maine. His latest book explores the true story of the 1930s Indiana bank robbers who wanted to become more famous than Dillinger. “Dillinger became so famous that it buried other stories,” Koryta said. “The Brady Gang wanted to be more famous than him, and they died trying.” The gang’s crime spree ended in a gun battle in Bangor, Maine, in October 1937. Al Brady’s grave continues to attract visitors who leave behind mementos. The location where Brady was killed is now an independent bookstore, where bullet holes from the shootout remain visible. Koryta, a former private investigator and newspaper reporter, said he discovered the story despite growing up in Indiana. He uses three fictional characters to tell the historical story while drawing from the gang’s real-life exploits. Koryta’s previous novel, “Those Who Wish Me Dead,” was adapted into a 2021 film starring Angelina Jolie and directed by Taylor Sheridan. Meet Michael Koryta Koryta is scheduled to make several appearances in Indiana and around the country in connection with “Die Famous.” Oct. 18 — Michigan City Library, Michigan City Oct. 21, 7 p.m. — Toledo Library Authors! Series, Toledo, Ohio Oct. 25 — Bloomington Book Festival, Bloomington For more information about the book and upcoming events, visit michaelkoryta.com. ...read more read less