Mark Malseed
Mark Malseed is a bestselling author and journalist who has dedicated his life and career to the exploration of health, technology, and the human impulse to innovate. His work has been wide-ranging, encompassing non-fiction books and articles, coverage of the #metoo movement, and contributions to top-shelf journalism outlets. Since his first book, TheTrial of Jeffrey Epstein, he has become respected for his skill and passions as a storyteller.
The Trial of Jeffrey Epstein: Cruel and Unusual Justice in the 21st Century is Malseed’s first book, and its captivating examination of the case against financier Jeffrey Epstein elucidates many of the broader issues at play in the criminal justice system. By describing the dark truth of Epstein’s crimes, Malseed crafts an engaging narrative that focuses on the terrifyingly real mechanisms of injustice---everything from prosecutorial discretion to female vulnerability to inadequate prisons and their flaws.
Malseed’s second book, Driverless: Intelligent Cars and the Road Ahead, delves into the rapid changes occurring in the automotive industry and how technology is transforming how we get around. Malseed’s thoughtful and incisive writing clarifies this complex terrain and makes even the most cutting-edge ideas understandable. Sweeping in range, Driverless zeroes in on the potential of driverless vehicles, explains the corporations which are racing to bring the technology to market, and spells out the ethical questions posed by life in the autonomous age. It’s an important and timely book that makes a valuable contribution to the ongoing discussion of how technology shapes our lives.
Malseed’s experience of working on The Discovery Channel and writing for publications such as Huffington Post and The Economist has made him a highly sought after source in the media world. He has served as a writer, researcher, and producer of original pieces and segments for broadcast, print, and digital outlets. He has appeared on television programs to discuss his books and to provide insight into the world of health, technology, and the criminal justice system.
In his writing for magazines and websites, Malseed has shined a light on the dangers of corporate power and their effects on marginalized communities; investigated the troubling inner-workings of the criminal justice system; and probed the implications of tech-driven innovation on society. His critics have applauded his ability to use evidence-based research to craft compelling stories and grapple with fundamental questions about our humanity.
Mark Malseed is an innovative and thoughtful writer whose work brings understanding to important issues and captivates with intelligent prose and honest revelations. As the issues he takes on with his books and articles become more pressing, the insight of this author and journalist will become more invaluable.