Musings
A Hometown Influence
Michael wrote a piece for Indianapolis Monthly recalling how a local crime from his childhood influenced HOW IT HAPPENED.
The Magic of Great Music
I write to music, and sometimes certain songs take on the feel of a soundtrack to me, adding layers to the characters and story. That’s never been more true than with The Prophet, when the music of Matthew Ryan and Brian Fallon, in particular, drove that book along. Read more…
Michael on Craft & the Notes He Leaves Himself
Michael discusses craft, the advice he keeps in mind as he writes, and his rotten S.O.B. of an editor in his post on Literary Hub.
Writing’s Not Such a Silent Art After All
In his article The Voices Tell Me What to Do, Michael talks to Audible about the sound on the page with writers like Michael Connelly Books, Stephen King, Alafair Burke, Dean Koontz, and Megan Abbott Books.
Michael Talks with the Indy Star
Michael talks with the IndyStar and shares how his father’s job at Indiana University influenced parts of the plot in Rise the Dark.
Michael’s Rise the Dark Playlist
Music is a huge part of Michael’s writing process. Hear more from him on how certain artists inspire him and get a look at the playlist for Rise the Dark.