Chen Qiufan (1981–)
Chen Qiufan, also known as Stanley Chan, is a prolific Chinese science fiction author renowned for his near-future speculative fiction that often explores the social and ethical implications of advanced technology in contemporary China. His works frequently delve into themes of environmental degradation, corporate power, artificial intelligence, and the human cost of rapid technological progress, earning him a reputation as a leading voice in Chinese science fiction's new wave. He holds a degree from Peking University and has also worked in technology, giving his fiction an informed…