Michael Hirtzy

Michael Hirtzy was born in Graz in 1976 and initially trained as a bookseller. His professional career included service as a career soldier and work as an advertising salesperson, publisher’s representative, and IT consultant. He also founded and ran a metal concert agency for five years. Hirtzy writes science fiction, fantasy, and horror. His debut novel, “Vor dem Abgrund – Bilder der Apokalypse Teil 1,” won third place in the Tolino Media Newcomer Prize. He completed the “Bilder der Apokalypse” trilogy with “Countdown zum Untergang” and “Weg ohne Wiederkehr.” His other works include the science-fiction novel “Die Grenze der Dunkelheit” and “Gutabara,” the first volume in the “VorTeks” series.