David Wingrove, born in North Battersea, London, in September 1954, had a unique and formative childhood exploring the bomb-sites of World War Two. His experiences among the abandoned houses and familiarity with the smells of brick-dust and damp wallpaper laid the foundation for his exceptional storytelling abilities.
Wingrove is a distinguished British science fiction author, best known for his "Chung Kuo" series, which consists of eight novels. His writing career began in the banking industry, where he worked for seven years before growing disillusioned with it. Seeking a more fulfilling path, he attended the University of Kent, Canterbury, to study English and American Literature. This educational background significantly influenced his literary style and content.
In addition to the "Chung Kuo" series, Wingrove is also recognized as the co-author of the three "Myst" novels, having collaborated with Rand and Robyn Miller. He has been a prolific writer, having produced over 300 short stories and 15 novels between 1972 and 1982. His dedication to his craft was rewarded when his project, initially titled "A Perfect Art," was picked up by 18 publishers worldwide after being submitted and retitled twice as "A Spring Day at the Edge of the World" and finally as "Chung Kuo."
Wingrove's literary success has continued with the release of a "Chung Kuo" prequel, "When China Comes," in 2009. The entire series has been recast into nineteen volumes, including a new prequel and a final volume. His future plans include a first-person character novel called "Dawn in Stone City" and three additional novels: "The Beast with Two Backs," "Heaven's Bright Sun," and "Roads to Moscow." These upcoming works showcase the depth and breadth of Wingrove's storytelling capabilities and his commitment to the science fiction genre.