About the Author

Mike lives in Melbourne, Australia, and is married to Ewa. They share their home with two daughters, Stephanie and Caitlyn; and a spoodle puppy named Archie. Mike taught English and history at secondary colleges for forty years. While Dig is his first novel, he has often reviewed books for teenagers. He supports the Collingwood Football Club (Australian Rules) and loves test cricket, especially when it involves Australia and England, with the Ashes at stake. Mike hopes to encourage readers to take more risks and to find a place of deep belonging.