Conversation so far:
What was Cameron Crowes first film?
Fast Times at Ridgemont High.“
Did Fast Times at Ridgemont High get made into a movie?
Released in 1982, the movie version lacked a specific plot.
What was Cameron Crowes next screenplay After Fast Times at Ridgemont High?
The Wild Life.“
Was the movie The Wild Life by Cameron Crowe popular?
Are there any other interesting aspects about the Cameron Crowe article?
Though Cameron Crowe  would continue to freelance for Rolling Stone on and off over the years, he turned his attention to a book.

Question: How did he come up with this story?
Self-contained rewrite: How did Caemeron Crowe come up with the Fast Times at Ridgemont High story?