AUTHOR

Michael J. Ingram is a historical war fiction author whose work is shaped by lived military experience and a lifelong fascination with conflict. He is pictured standing on the Nationalist positions at The Pimple, a battlefield that saw some of the fiercest fighting of the Spanish Civil War and the setting for the climax of his debut novel, And The Devil Just Laughed.

Michael’s interest in war began early, shaped by classic films such as Waterloo, Zulu, A Bridge Too Far, and The Longest Day. Watching alongside his father, he absorbed early lessons in heroism, duty, and the complex allure of battle.

After joining the Army, Ingram served in Germany, immersing himself in the language, culture, and history of a nation still marked by the scars of World War II. 

Later deployments took him to Bosnia and Croatia with the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission, and to Omagh in Northern Ireland, one year after the bombing. These experiences deepened his understanding of conflict, human resilience, and the moral complexities of war—insights that now inform his writing.

Michael also draws inspiration from historical memoirs, particularly those of German soldiers in World War II, exploring the psychology of combat, survival, and moral choice. His debut novel reflects this fascination, blending meticulous historical research with gripping narrative to illuminate the realities of warfare.

He continues to explore the lesser known historical conflicts through fiction, offering readers a vivid, human perspective on moments where courage, fear, and duty intersect.