Charles Fishman

Charles Fishman is an American journalist and author, best known for his investigative pieces and nonfiction books that focus on business and technology topics. He has been credited with bringing new and insightful perspectives to both industries, including his book "The Wal-Mart Effect," which documented the retail giant's impact on the global economy. His work has appeared in a variety of major publications including The Washington Post and Fast Company and his books have won multiple awards and honors.

Fishman's career began as a reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, where he covered breaking local news and worked on investigations. After this, he relocated to Miami and then to Washington, D.C., where he wrote for a variety of publications, like The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. One of his most notable accomplishments during this time period was his investigative piece on the AT&T monopoly, which helped spark a government inquiry into the company's business practices.

In 2004, Fishman published his first book, The Wal-Mart Effect: How the World's Most Powerful Company Really Works—and How It's Transforming the American Economy. The book acts as investigation into the history and impact of Wal-Mart on the global economy. Fishman reveals how the retail giant has shaped the way goods are made and sold in America, as well as its influence on local and regional economics.

The book was widely praised for its in-depth look into the inner workings of the economy, and particularly for its attention to detail. It won the Benjamin Franklin Award from the Independent Book Publishers Association and was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize for General Nonfiction. Fishman has since written four more books, all of which have been well-received and explored different aspects of the economy and the challenges businesses face.

His second book, "The Big Thirst: The Secret Life and Turbulent Future of Water," delved into the challenges of water conservation and management. His third, "Power Trip: The Story of America’s Love Affair with Energy," which examines how our federal and state governments manage energy production in the United States, was named to the New York Times Notable Books of the Year list. His fourth book, "The Playbook: What Wall Street Executives Don't Want You to Know," highlighted the need to reform Wall Street practices in order to prevent economic crashes and failures. His fifth book, "A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life," focuses on the power of curiosity and was named to the Washington Post's Best Books of the Year list.

Charles Fishman is one of the leading authorities on the business and technology worlds. His books have won awards and been recognized for their thought-provoking and insightful nature. Through his work, he has managed to shed light on some of the biggest challenges facing businesses today and has helped people better understand how economic and technical forces influence our daily lives. For those interested in understanding more about business and economics, Fishman’s books are an invaluable resource.