Malcolm Sim Mejin
Born1986 (age 37–38)[1]
Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia[1]
NationalityMalaysian
Alma materGreen Road National Secondary School[2]
OccupationNovelist
Years active2010–present
Notable work
  • Diary of a Rich Kid
Websitewww.malcolmmejin.com

Malcolm Mejin is a Malaysian author of contemporary adult novels and children's books. He is the author of the national bestselling novel series, Diary of a Rich Kid.[3][4]

Background and personal life

Malcolm was born in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. He is of Bidayuh-Chinese descent. He started writing since he was six years old.[1] He previously worked as a copywriter and editor, before quitting a steady job to be a full-time writer.[5] He currently resides in Johor Bahru.[6]

Bibliography

References

  1. ^ a b c C, Irene (19 September 2021). "Mermaids, mystery and mayhem". The Borneo Post. Retrieved 4 July 2023.
  2. ^ "Author's visit to former school to inspire younger generation to pursue passion". The Borneo Post. 26 October 2018. Retrieved 4 July 2023.
  3. ^ Chester Chin (4 September 2012). "Author Malcolm Mejin determined to pursue his passion". The Star. Retrieved 28 March 2014.
  4. ^ Veera, Sushma (7 July 2012). "From diary to novel". NewStraitsTimes. Retrieved 28 March 2014.
  5. ^ Ling, Sharon (4 July 2023). "Leap of faith pays off for Sarawak author". The Star. Retrieved 4 July 2023.
  6. ^ Lumandan, Larissa (6 March 2019). "'Rich Kid' author laments lack of support for local writers". Free Malaysia Today. Retrieved 4 July 2023.


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