Kim Thuy is a Vietnamese-Canadian author known for her poignant storytelling and lyrical prose. Born in Saigon in 1968, she fled to Canada as a refugee after the Vietnam War. Her experiences shape her writing, which often explores themes of identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience. Thuy's debut novel, Ru, received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Governor General's Award for Fiction. She has published multiple works, including novels and essays, and her writing has been translated into several languages, making her a prominent voice in contemporary literature.