Sunyi Dean is a fantasy fiction author who made her debut in the world of fiction in 2022 with the release of her novel, "The Book Eaters." This book quickly became a success, landing a spot on the USA Today & Sunday Times bestseller list, and was also shortlisted for the Lambda Literary Award 2023 and the British Fantasy 2023. It was also a Goodreads Choice nominee.
Dean is a biracial author who was born in Texas, but spent her formative years in Hong Kong. She currently resides in the UK. Growing up in Hong Kong has greatly influenced her writing, as she is currently working on a historical fantasy/horror novel that is set in the city and draws inspiration from her upbringing. She has a personal connection to the city as her highschool was once a mission house built on the edge of the original Walled City, and her grandparents lived in Hong Kong through both World Wars.
In addition to being an accomplished author, Dean is also an avid outdoors enthusiast. In her spare time, she can be found hiking, swimming, at the gym, or practicing jiu-jitsu. She is also the founder and co-host of the Publishing Rodeo Podcast, which she hosts alongside fellow Tor author, Scott Drakeford. The podcast is available for free on all major streaming audio platforms. Dean currently has a website, sunyidean.com, where readers can learn more about her and her work.