Regina Kanyu Wang is a Chinese writer renowned for her contributions to speculative fiction and insightful essays on the genre. Her literary career commenced in 2015, marked by an immediate wave of national recognition and prestigious awards. In 2023, Wang received nominations for two Hugo Awards: one for her contributions to the fanzine Journey Planet, and another for her evocative 2022 short story "Zhurong on Mars". She adeptly crafts stories in both Chinese and English, reflecting her versatile linguistic prowess.

Beyond her literary achievements, Wang's influence extends into the realm of science fiction community building. She is a co-founder of SF AppleCore and serves on the council of the World Chinese Science Fiction Association (WCSFA). Her short story "Back to Myan" clinched the SF Comet competition in February 2015, while her novella "Of Cloud and Mist" garnered the Silver Award for Best Novella at the Chinese Nebula 2016. As an industry insider, Wang has chaired the 2009 Shanghai Science Fiction and Fantasy Festival and remains a vibrant participant in science fiction events both locally and on the international stage. Her professional pursuits include a role as International PR Manager for Storycom, a company dedicated to the development and adaptation of science fiction narratives.