Author Michael Fedor

former Political operative lifts the curtain as political thriller author

Michael Fedor

Award-winning American author Michael Fedor has set his sights on crafting political thrillers brimming with suspense, fast-paced action, and a dash of science fiction. Michael draws on his 20 years of experiences in the wild, wooly worlds of Washington, DC, and state capitals to tell captivating stories of power, intrigue, and the human condition. His style makes his novels deliciously thrilling. His meticulous research ensures each story is terrifyingly plausible. His inaugural release – What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose (Book 1) – is a 2024 International Firebird Book Award winner in two categories – political thriller and speculative fiction. It also received honors from Storytrade Book Awards, Hollywood Book Festival 2024, and PenCraft Best Book Fall 2024. Its action-packed sequel – Tree of Liberty – is out now.

Bull Moose Book 1

What It Takes to Kill a

BULL MOOSE

A Political Thriller

A defeated former Senator risks everything to resurrect the Bull Moose Party and challenge a despotic president. His campaign for the presidency becomes as much a fight for survival as a fight to save American democracy.

Bull Moose Book 1 Hardcover
Firebird Book Award
Hollywood Book Festival
Firebird Book Award

Fedor’s writing is sharp, and his knowledge of the political landscape imbues [each] story with authenticity and realism.

Nancy Jacob

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MUST READ!

A great read for those who enjoy drama, suspense, twisty plots, and interesting characters…I could not put it down.

Linda Besser

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US Stormy Present

Dive into this electrifying tale of courage, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of justice – a must-read for fans of political thrillers like The Diplomat and The West Wing, or contemporary authors such as James Patterson, Vince Flynn, and David Baldacci, or anyone yearning for a reinvention of American politics.

Governor Valerie Lawrence of Texas

In the Bull Moose series, cheer for (and root against) captivating characters who will electrify your imagination as they come to life on the page. They include a courageous former senator, the Cajun Speaker of the House, the maverick Texas Governor, the suspicious billionaire, and a sentient A.I. assistant.

Jackson Piper for President

The president’s national agenda threatens to plunge the nation further into chaos, and the stakes have never been higher. When political parties change the rules, a forgotten party is reborn. But in the shadows lurks an ancient prophecy—the Curse of Tippecanoe—that could threaten everything.

Bull Moose Book 2

Tree of Liberty

A Political Thriller

Plunged into chaos, America faces its first presidential Contingent Election since 1825, and a power-hungry usurper threatens democracy. Can exiled leaders Jackson Piper and Valerie Lawrence restore freedom and win the election in Congress for their fledgling Bull Moose Party?

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The Senate Deception: A Political Thriller
(Book .5)

A mysterious plot to blackmail rising star Senator Jackson Piper into reforming the Senate filibuster is a trap that turns into the deadliest Senate debate in history. Out now!

 

What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose by Michael Fedor

What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose: A Political Thriller
(Book 1)

Enjoy a thrill ride through a future American presidential election where truth and information are as easily manipulated as polls. A secret plot to rig the election compels retired Senator Jackson Piper to challenge the rules of the game entirely, remaking America and sparking a political revolution in the process.

Tree of Liberty Bull Moose Book 2

Tree of Liberty: A Political Thriller
(Book 2)

Picking up just minutes after the exciting conclusion to Book 1, a cunning president consolidates power, citizens call for revolution, and the Bull Moose fight for survival and victory. Will they succeed in winning the Contingent Election or have they witnessed the last election of the Republic?

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Explore the high-stakes 2044 presidential campaign in What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose, a gripping dystopian political thriller. Dive into the Bull Moose Party’s rise, major events, and key characters shaping this electrifying political thriller series

Year of the Moose: A 2024 Retrospective

Debut author Michael Fedor’s Bull Moose series captivates readers with its mix of political intrigue and speculative fiction. From What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose to Tree of Liberty, Fedor explores systemic corruption, resilience, and redemption. Read more about the series, its awards, podcast recognition, and plans continues into 2025.

New Release by Thriller Author Michael Fedor Explores Political Violence and the Rise of a New Political Party

Philadelphia, PA - Political thriller author Michael Fedor has just released his second installment in his Bull Moose Series, containing the same fast-paced thrills and ripped-from-the-headlines plots as his award-winning Bull Moose Book #1. Tree of Liberty is the...

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November 5, 2024  

New Release Day!

Michael Fedor much anticipated book 2 in the Bull Moose Series releases on Election Day in the United States (of course it does). Discover the final results of the Contingent Election and whether or not the Bull Moose Party along with the Republic will survive the Tree of Liberty revolution.

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