MFA alumnus Nic Pizzolatto (2005) has landed a deal to write and produce "True Detective," a new series set to air on HBO starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson! Nic is th e author of a story collection "Between Here and the Yellow Sea," and a novel, "Galveston," the screen rights to which have been bought by Paramount Pictures. Congratulations, Nic!