Mike Lawson is a queer writer and avid reader whose works reflects identity, belonging and his observations of every day life. After studying creative writing at The University of London, Mike published his first book, Biscuits with Blanche, reaching the top of the Amazon LGBT charts.

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Securing a scholarship at The Novelry, Mike went on to write his second novel Winging It, a queer workplace romcom set within the world of aviation.

 

Growing up in Manchester, Mike spent his formative years binge watching Victoria Wood and dreaming of travel. He escaped the Prestwich suburb to spend over a decade travelling the world at 40,000ft. Having spent years living out of a suitcase and being based in both Dubai and Cyprus, Mike now lives a quieter life in the northern town of Ramsbottom where he writes his Facebook blog and works of fiction.