Law, Science, and Bestsellers: The High-Energy World of Kent Heckenlively

Kent Heckenlively, JD, is a former attorney, passionate middle school science teacher, and New York Times bestselling author who has sold over half a million books worldwide! Known for his energetic storytelling and bold investigative style, Kent tackles big tech, government secrecy, and institutional corruption, while also writing fast-paced historical fiction and political thrillers. From the Courtroom to the Classroom Kent’s diverse career is driven by a deep love for law, science, and education:

• Legal Roots: A Rhodes Scholar candidate with a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, Kent excelled in mock trials and law review before interning for U.S. Senator Pete Wilson and the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
• Science in Action: After conducting viral research at Lawrence-Livermore National Laboratories, Kent transitioned into education. Since 2006, he has been sharing his love for science with California middle schoolers.
• Bestselling Exposes: He co-authored the Plague trilogy, including Plague of Corruption, which skyrocketed to #2 on the New York Times Bestseller list. He is also the go-to co-author for high-profile tech and media whistleblowers.
• Vibrant Fiction: Kent recently launched a successful fiction career with The King of Italy (2024), a sweeping multi-generational historical saga, and This Never Happened: A Call Girl in D.C. (2026), a sharp, satirical political thriller.

Chart-Topping Hits & Engaging Stories With a prolific catalog of books, Kent constantly engages a highly dedicated global audience: A founding editor of Age of Autism, Kent is a fearless advocate who continues to write and inspire from his home in Northern California, where he lives with his wife and two children.