Cory Efram Doctorow is a versatile figure known for his roles as a science fiction author, activist, journalist, and blogger. He co-edits the popular blog Boing Boing and has penned several influential works such as the bestselling novel Little Brother in collaboration with Tor Teens/HarperCollins UK. His advocacy extends to liberalizing copyright laws, staunchly supporting the Creative Commons organization, and utilizing some of its licenses for his books. Doctorow's literary themes often revolve around digital rights management, file sharing, and post-scarcity economics.

Doctorow’s career spans various domains, including his tenure as the European director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation and co-founder of the UK Open Rights Group. His creative portfolio is diverse, featuring YA graphic novels like In Real Life, nonfiction works such as Information Doesn’t Want To Be Free, and novels like Rapture Of The Nerds and Makers for an adult audience. His commitment to digital rights and open culture has made him a respected figure in the tech and literary communities.

Born in Toronto, Canada, Doctorow's journey has taken him from Canada to London and now Los Angeles, where he continues to inspire and challenge the digital and literary worlds.