January 11, 2019
Now available in bookstores everywhere, the MEDAL OF HONOR series is narrative non-fiction perfect for Middle Grade readers! Beginning with MEDAL OF HONOR: Jack C. Montgomery: Gallantry on the Beaches of Anzio and MEDAL OF HONOR: Ryan Pitts: Afghanistan, A Firefight in the Mountains of Wanat this non-fiction series tells the story of a Medal of Honor winner and their heroic actions in the face of the enemy.
Each book covers one medal winner along with additional information about their combat experience and the history of each conflict. Each book is filled with maps, photos and other material to enhance the reading experience and provide context for the reader. Primary sources and direct quotes makes the books read like novels, filled with action and suspense.
Watch for more MEDAL OF HONOR books coming soon! Order your copies here!
August 11, 2018
It is our nation’s highest military honor. Over 3000 individuals have been awarded the Medal of Honor. This new non-fiction series offers profiles of Medal of Honor winners throughout our nation’s history. From the Civil War to Afghanistan, these stories of courage, bravery and gallantry are sure to excite young readers. Coming in January 2019!
March 26, 2018
Coming soon, a Pararescue Corps novel. Mission: Denali Storm. 
December 7, 2017
The History Channel just debuted their newest scripted series, Knightfall. It tells the story of the Knights Templar toward the end of their 200 year domination of Western Civilization. It’s full of action! Makes it the perfect time to reread The Youngest Templar Trilogy! Then watch Knightfall!
June 27, 2017
Did you miss picking up Michael’s newest WWII novel at your local book fair? It’s available now at all popular retailers! Read an excerpt and order your copy!
March 17, 2017
Be sure to look for Prisoner of War, Michael’s newest novel for older kids, at your Scholastic Book Fair! No book fair at your school? Find a fair near you.
And watch for it in bookstores everywhere June 27, 2017!
Into the Killing Seas has been named to the Rhode Island and Indiana state readers award lists.
December 8, 2016
Prisoner of War is now available for pre-order! Another World War II novel based on a true story. Visit your favorite bookseller and pre-order your copy today! Click here to read an excerpt.
Mike still has a few openings for school visits in the spring. Click here to schedule a visit.
Stay tuned for exciting, impending news about new books coming from Mike!
July 28, 2016
Mike’s next book is another WII Adventure. Find out more on the Coming Soon page.
Or find out more about The Enemy Above, Mike’s newest WWII Adventure, in this video interview with Becky Anderson of Anderson’s Bookshops.
June 28, 2016
The Enemy Above is available everywhere today! Get your copy online, or at your local bookstore. It’s a thrilling tale of survival in Ukraine during World War II. If you’re in the Chicagoland area, hope to see you at Anderson’s Bookshop at 7pm tonight!
June 27, 2016
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators has awarded my short story A House Divided a 2016 Letter of Merit. A House Divided was published in the April 2015 issue of Boys’ Life Magazine. You can read it on my website here. This is my first award for short fiction!
