Jinwoo Chong

Jinwoo Chong is the author of the acclaimed novel "Flux," a New York Times Editor’s Choice that was named a best book of 2023 by publications including Esquire, Apple Books, HuffPost, GQ, and Cosmopolitan. The novel, which explores themes of time, identity, and trauma, has been optioned for television by Sony Pictures Television. Chong’s short fiction has appeared in literary journals such as Guernica, The Southern Review, and Electric Literature, showcasing his versatility across genres.

Chong’s writing often blends speculative elements with deeply human narratives, creating stories that resonate with both emotional depth and intellectual intrigue. His forthcoming second novel, "I Leave It Up to You," is scheduled for release in spring 2025 by Ballantine in the US and Scribe in the UK & Commonwealth. With a growing reputation for innovative storytelling, Chong continues to establish himself as a distinctive voice in contemporary fiction.
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Flux 2023
2 I Leave It Up to You 2025
Jinwoo Chong Anthologies
# Title Year
1 The EastOver Anthology of Rural Stories: Writers of Color 2023 2023