Intrigue Insiders Blog
The Presidential Pardon Power, Explained: Can a President Pardon Himself?
The presidential pardon power, explained: what it covers, its real limits, and the unanswered question of whether a president can pardon himself.
What Is a Book Hangover? A Thriller Writer’s Guide to Getting Over One
What is a book hangover — and how do you cure one? A political thriller author on why great endings hurt and how to choose your next read wisely.
Can One Person Make a Difference in Politics? History Keeps Saying Yes
Can one person make a difference in politics? Yes — and the evidence is stronger than the cynicism. Here’s how individual citizens still move institutions.
Books Like The West Wing: 7 Novels for Fans of Smart Political Drama
Looking for books like The West Wing? Seven smart political novels — from Advise and Consent to modern thrillers — that capture the show’s magic.
The Insurrection Act, Explained: When Can a President Send Troops Into American Streets?
The Insurrection Act explained in plain English: what the law says, when a president can deploy troops at home, and why the guardrails are thinner than you think.
Do You Have to Read a Series in Order? A Thriller Writer’s Honest Answer
Do you have to read a series in order? A political thriller author’s honest answer — when order matters, when it doesn’t, and where to start.
The Meaning of Independence Day: An Argument, Not an Anniversary
The meaning of Independence Day isn’t nostalgia — it’s an unfinished argument about self-government, and why that argument still fuels my novels.
Books Like Jack Ryan: 7 Thrillers Where the Real Battlefield Is Washington
Looking for books like Jack Ryan? Seven political thrillers with the same insider authenticity — where the fight for power happens in Washington itself.
The Designated Survivor, Explained: America’s Backup Plan for Catastrophe
What is the designated survivor? How America’s continuity-of-government plan works, why it’s thinner than you think, and what happens if it’s used.
Get a Political Thriller You Can’t Put Down—FREE
Claim your free copy of the award-winning prequel to the Bull Moose series and be the first to get sneak peeks of Michael Fedor’s next political thriller as well as discounts and giveaways. Perfect for fans of The Diplomat, House of Cards, and Jack Ryan.
Success! Check your email to confirm your subscription, then you will receive a link to download your free book!
Unsubscribe easily at any time