HIS STORY

the truth behind the morning glory boys

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LARRY BARNHILL

HIS STORY

the truth behind the morning glory boys

CONTROL. MOVE. DOMINATE.

the truth behind the morning glory boys

INTRO

He spent two decades in a federal prison. He walked out and decided his life would mean something to somebody else.  Larry Barnhill is an author, speaker, and criminal justice reform advocate. This is the story of how a man once known for taking control of everything around him learned to take control of himself.
Former University of Florida athlete. Former executive. Former federal inmate.

Growing up in Wilmington, Delaware.


Working-class, very racially divided neighborhood

Growing up in Wilmington, Delaware.


Working-class, very racially divided neighborhood

Growing up in Wilmington, Delaware.


Working-class, very racially divided neighborhood

"The real story isn't so much how I destroyed my lifestyle; the real story is how I let my lifestyle destroy me."

Larry Barnhill

THREE ACTS THAT CONTROLLED IT ALL

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ACT I: CONTROL

Grew up with structure, strong family values, mentors at the Boys Club Exceptional athlete, scholarship to UF, architecture degree Built a corporate career — arena management, Orange Bowl, VIP access, real power

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ACT I: CONTROL

Grew up with structure, strong family values, mentors at the Boys Club Exceptional athlete, scholarship to UF, architecture degree Built a corporate career — arena management, Orange Bowl, VIP access, real power

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ACT I: CONTROL

Grew up with structure, strong family values, mentors at the Boys Club Exceptional athlete, scholarship to UF, architecture degree Built a corporate career — arena management, Orange Bowl, VIP access, real power

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ACT II: MOVE

The decision that changed everything. Entered the Morning Glory Boys bank robbery crew Balanced two lives: respected executive by day, outlaw in secret Executed meticulously planned heists across metro Atlanta FBI launched a decade-long investigation.

02

ACT II: MOVE

The decision that changed everything. Entered the Morning Glory Boys bank robbery crew Balanced two lives: respected executive by day, outlaw in secret Executed meticulously planned heists across metro Atlanta FBI launched a decade-long investigation.

02

ACT II: MOVE

The decision that changed everything. Entered the Morning Glory Boys bank robbery crew Balanced two lives: respected executive by day, outlaw in secret Executed meticulously planned heists across metro Atlanta FBI launched a decade-long investigation.

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ACT III: DOMINATE

Reentry: halfway house → parks crew → counselor → policy advocate → national figure Built trust in Wilmington, then Delaware, then nationally Worked with senators, governors, CEOs, advocacy organizations Book published; film in development

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ACT III: DOMINATE

Reentry: halfway house → parks crew → counselor → policy advocate → national figure Built trust in Wilmington, then Delaware, then nationally Worked with senators, governors, CEOs, advocacy organizations Book published; film in development

The Rebuild.

THE REBUILD.
A DIFFERENT STORY.

THE REBUILD.
A DIFFERENT STORY.

Today, Larry travels the country, schools, correctional facilities, community panels, corporate events, sharing a story most people are afraid to tell about themselves.

THE MEMOIR.

THE MEMOIR.

This is not a crime memoir looking for sympathy. It's a record of what greed costs, what prison actually does to a person, and what it takes to come back from a life sentence with a purpose instead of a grudge.

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Press & Critical Response

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04 verified notices, in order of publication

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"A true-crime story that's equal parts earnest and remarkable."

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"Far over and above most bank heist confessionals… true crime writing at its best."

Midwest Book ReviewD. Donovan, Senior Reviewer
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""Five stars! Inspiring and sometimes disturbing memoir... a guiding light to readers to fulfill their potential.""

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The Rebuild.

THIS ISN'T OVER

THIS ISN'T OVER

The work isn't finished when the book closes. Larry is on the road now — in classrooms, prisons, boardrooms — turning one man's choices into a conversation the room can't look away from.

The work isn't finished when the book closes. Larry is on the road now — in classrooms, prisons, boardrooms — turning one man's choices into a conversation the room can't look away from.

PRESS & FIELD WORK — POLICY PANEL, ATLANTA
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THE TRUTH THAT YOU WONT FORGET

THE TRUTH THAT YOU WONT FORGET

FAQ

01

Who is Larry Barnhill?

A speaker, mentor, author, and advocate dedicated to helping others through lessons learned from his own journey.

01

Who is Larry Barnhill?

A speaker, mentor, author, and advocate dedicated to helping others through lessons learned from his own journey.

02

Is a documentary being made about Larry's story?

02

Is a documentary being made about Larry's story?

Yes. A documentary project is currently in development.

03

What topics does Larry speak about?

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What topics does Larry speak about?

Leadership, accountability, second chances, criminal justice reform, resilience, and personal transformation.

04

Does Larry mentor formerly incarcerated individuals?

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Does Larry mentor formerly incarcerated individuals?

Yes. Larry actively supports reentry, career pathways, and personal development initiatives.

05

What is Larry's mission?

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What is Larry's mission?

To help people make better decisions, overcome adversity, and realize that a second chance is possible.

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THE REBUILD.

Ready when you are.

Every choice in this book already happened. What you do with it next is up to you.