Chen Si'an

Chen Si'an is a Chinese author and literary critic. He is the author of numerous short stories and novels, including the award-winning novel Flower City. Born in 1980 in Beijing, China, Chen Si'an studied English literature at Beijing Normal University. He began his career as a literary critic for various Chinese publications, including The Paper and Caixin Global. Chen Si'an has also written for international publications such as The Guardian and The Financial Times. He is a frequent commentator on Chinese literature and culture, and has appeared on various media outlets, including CCTV and Radio France Internationale.