Frank Malcolm Robinson was an American science fiction and techno-thriller writer born in Chicago in 1926. He was known for his work in the science fiction genre, contributing to the field during a prolific career that spanned several decades. Beyond his writing career, Robinson was involved in political activism. He served as a speechwriter for Harvey Milk, the pioneering gay politician. Robinson was designated as Milk's successor in the event of his death, though he declined to be appointed to or run for office himself. Robinson died in San Francisco in 2014.