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Malcolm Sim Mejin

Malcolm Sim Mejin

Malaysian author

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]

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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

  • Diary of a Rich Kid (2018–present) (series)
  • Cool Diary (2012)
  • Ivan Joe (story series), for Pelangi Scientist
  • Zany Zombie (2010–present) (series)
  • Women in Boots (short story), shortlisted in the MPH Search for Young Writers competition and appears in the 2005 collection, Rewind, Fast Forward: An Anthology.

References

  1. [1]
    C, Irene (19 September 2021). "Mermaids, mystery and mayhem". The Borneo Post. Retrieved 4 July 2023.
  2. [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. [3]
    Chester Chin (4 September 2012). "Author Malcolm Mejin determined to pursue his passion". The Star. Retrieved 28 March 2014.
  4. [4]
    Veera, Sushma (7 July 2012). "From diary to novel". NewStraitsTimes. Retrieved 28 March 2014.
  5. [5]
    Ling, Sharon (4 July 2023). "Leap of faith pays off for Sarawak author". The Star. Retrieved 4 July 2023.
  6. [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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