As of my last knowledge update in April 2023, Max Manning is an author known for writing crime novels. He has a background in digital journalism and worked for several years at international news agencies. His experience in the field has influenced his writing, resulting in stories that often contain elements of crime, investigation, and the dark side of technology. One of Manning's notable works is "Now You See," a thriller that introduces the character of Detective Fenton as she investigates a series of disturbing crimes. However, please note that there may be other writers with the same name or further details about Max Manning that have emerged beyond my current knowledge cutoff date.