Has published an acclaimed book of poetry, "Eighteen Straight Whiskeys"
based on his early life experiences.
Michael's father, Stewart, is an engineer. Michael's mother, Joan, died
in 1994 after a two year bout with cancer. During this period, Michael
quit acting to care for her. He has a younger brother, Keith, who is a
Navy pilot.
He is the author of the graphic novels "Credence" and the "Soul Stealer" trilogy; Book one - Soul Stealer: The Beaten and The Damned, Book two = Soul Stealer: Blood and Rain, Book three - Soul Stealer: Last to Die. The illustrator for the "Soul Stealer" books is Christopher Shy.
