Michael was born and raised in the Philadelphia area.A graduate of Delaware County Community College (A.A.S. Electronics) and Widener University (B.S. Technical and Industrial Administration), Michael served in the Pa. Air National Guard as a weapons crew chief for 22 years participating in several Middle East tours before retiring. He currently is employed as a nuclear maintenance technician in a local nuclear plant. His experiences in both have fueled his creativity in writing.

When not working as a controls technician at a nearby power plant, he enjoys writing his screenplays and novels, while listening to various types of music. He has participated as an invited guest at over one hundred and five sci-fi and literary conventions across the country where he has promoted his novels and scripts. His website at www.fracturedtime.com provides updated details on his appearances and projects.