Michael J. Farlow is an award winning science-fiction author whose stories blend strategic insight, deep character arcs, and expansive world-building. A former naval officer and combat pilot, he later worked in advanced aerospace systems and leadership development—experiences that now shape the authenticity and tactical realism of his writing.
He is the creator of The Host Saga and the Records of the Argos series, known for their richly imagined civilizations, ethical dilemmas, and the evolving relationship between humanity and advanced artificial intelligence. His novels explore how ordinary people rise to extraordinary challenges across vast interstellar frontiers.
When not writing, Mike enjoys time on the water with his wife, Lynne—often brainstorming his next plot twist while fishing under open skies.
A short clip about Mike’s background for Science Fiction
Another clip about getting started in Science Fiction
