MJ Hollows Shares His Passion for History, Storytelling, and Exploring Humanity Across Genres
Award-Winning Author Unveils The Power Of Historical Reflection And Creative Exploration
MJ Hollows discusses his approach to writing historical and speculative fiction, the importance of empathy in character development, lessons from history, and offers advice for authors writing across multiple genres.
Mosaic Digest is proud to spotlight award-winning author Dr. Mike Hollows, whose work across historical and speculative fiction continues to inspire and engage readers worldwide. In an interview originally featured in Reader’s House Magazine, Hollows discusses the importance of historical reflection, the art of crafting resonant characters, and the challenges of writing across multiple genres. His stories are a testament to the enduring relevance of history and the boundless possibilities of imagination.
MJ Hollows masterfully blends meticulous research with heartfelt storytelling, creating unforgettable narratives that challenge, inspire, and captivate readers across genres.
Dr. Mike Hollows, known to readers as MJ Hollows, continues to captivate audiences with his masterful storytelling across historical fiction, science fiction, and fantasy. An award-winning author and a doctor of creative writing, Hollows’ work embodies a unique blend of rigorous research, emotional depth, and narrative power.
With titles like Goodbye for Now, The German Nurse, The Violinist’s Secret, and The German Messenger, Hollows transports readers to vividly realized moments in history, unearthing the complexities of human nature amid the backdrop of World War II. At the same time, his speculative fiction works, including The Warp’s Curse and Ashes of Grimnir, showcase his imagination and ability to build immersive new worlds.
In an exclusive interview with Reader’s House Magazine, Hollows shared insights into his creative process, highlighting the importance of revisiting history to draw lessons for today’s world. He discussed how careful historical research underpins his novels and how character development, empathy, and plausibility are key to his storytelling, whether he is writing about wartime Britain or distant galaxies.
When it comes to genre-switching, Hollows emphasizes that every setting—whether historical, fantastical, or futuristic—requires authenticity to feel real to the reader. His advice to aspiring writers: understand the deeper purpose behind each genre, not just its aesthetic, to successfully tell stories across different literary worlds.
Dr. Mike Hollows’ contributions to literature offer more than just engaging stories—they encourage reflection, challenge perceptions, and celebrate the timeless power of human resilience.
Originally published in Reader’s House Magazine.
