E.Z. Rinsky is a storyteller at heart—with a career that spans bestselling fiction, global journalism, and high-growth tech. He’s the author of the mystery novels Palindrome and The Binding (HarperCollins), and his writing has reached over 100,000 readers worldwide. In parallel, he's served as the Director of Product Marketing at Riskified, a publicly traded tech company, where he's built narratives that move markets. His work bridges the worlds of story and strategy - helping students master both creative writing and real-world product storytelling. He’s taught thousands of students in university classrooms and online, covering everything from character arcs to go-to-market plans.