Ted Chiang is an acclaimed American science fiction writer known for his compelling short stories. Possessing a unique Chinese name, Chiang Feng-nan (姜峯楠), he has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the genre. Chiang's narratives often blend speculative fiction with deep philosophical questions, offering readers a thought-provoking experience.

Throughout his career, Chiang has garnered an impressive collection of awards, including four Nebula awards, four Hugo awards, the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer, and six Locus awards. His short story "Story of Your Life" gained wider recognition when it served as the inspiration for the critically acclaimed film Arrival in 2016.

In addition to his fiction, Chiang contributes non-fiction pieces to notable publications like the New Yorker Magazine, particularly on subjects related to computer technology and artificial intelligence. His expertise in the field is backed by a degree in Computer Science from Brown University. Chiang has also been an influential voice in the writing community, having attended the renowned Clarion Writers Workshop in 1989.

Despite a modest output, with only eleven short stories published by 2009, Chiang's work resonates deeply with readers and critics alike. Noteworthy among his numerous honors are a Nebula Award for "Tower of Babylon" in 1990, and both a Nebula Award and the Theodore Sturgeon Memorial Award for "Story of Your Life" in 1998.

Currently, Ted Chiang resides in Bellevue, near Seattle, Washington, where he works as a technical writer in the software industry.