Inspirational Indie Author Interview #211: Michael Maloof Turned Global Adventure and Tech Experience Into Award-Winning Thrillers

My guest this episode is Michael Maloof, author of award-winning thrillers about a former CIA analyst drawn into conspiracies that stretch across continents. Michael brings to his fiction a background in technology, entrepreneurship, global travel, and real-world tactical training. His books combine action, technology, emotional stakes, and a strong female lead who refuses to back down.

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About the Host

Howard Lovy is an author, developmental editor, and writing coach with a long career in journalism and publishing. He works with writers at many stages of their careers, with a focus on helping them develop their ideas and strengthen their work while preserving their unique voices. He lives in Northern Michigan.

About the Guest

Michael Maloof is the award-winning author of the Kate Preacher thriller series, including Relentless, Unstoppable, and Defiant. His globe-spanning thrillers blend international intrigue, emotional stakes, and authentic tradecraft, earning praise for their intensity and realism. Having traveled to more than forty countries across six continents and trained alongside elite military and intelligence professionals, he brings a rare level of authenticity to his work. A serial entrepreneur and lifelong adventurer, Michael writes stories shaped by risk, determination, and discovery.