Richard Kingsley Morgan is a British science fiction and fantasy author known for his impactful works in the genre. Born on 24 September 1965 in Norwich, Morgan has carved a niche for himself with both his novels and his contributions to graphic novels. His acclaimed novel, Altered Carbon, was not only a recipient of the prestigious Philip K. Dick Award in 2003 but also adapted into a popular Netflix series released in 2018.

Besides Altered Carbon, Morgan's body of work includes renowned titles such as Thin Air, The Dark Defiles, The Cold Commands, The Steel Remains, Black Man (published as Thirteen in the U.S.), Woken Furies, Market Forces, and Broken Angels. His novel Market Forces was awarded the John W. Campbell Award in 2005, while Thirteen garnered him the Arthur C. Clarke Award in 2008.

Beyond his novels, Morgan's work has garnered attention in the film industry. The movie rights to Altered Carbon were initially optioned by Joel Silver and Warner Bros, leading to extensive feature film development. Moreover, Market Forces was optioned to Warner Bros before its publication.

Richard K. Morgan's life took him abroad to places like Madrid, Istanbul, Ankara, London, and Glasgow, where he lived and worked, drawing experiences that enriched his writing. He now resides in Norfolk, UK, with his Spanish wife Virginia and their son Daniel.