K. X. Song
Contemporary FictionFantasyYoung Adult (YA)
K. X. Song is a diaspora writer with roots in Hong Kong and Shanghai. Raised between cultures and languages, she enjoys telling stories that explore the shifting nature of memory, translation, and history. Her writing often features strong female protagonists navigating complex societal expectations and draws inspiration from Chinese mythology and history.
Awards
['Freeman Book Award', 'Octavia E. Butler Award at the 2024 Golden Poppy Book Awards', 'Highlights Foundation Fellow', 'H.G. Wells Turnill Prize honoree']
Notable Works
['An Echo in the City', 'The Night Ends with Fire', 'The Dragon Wakes with Thunder']
