Yeng Tan

Yeng Tan, a Malaysia-born author now residing in Brooklyn, penned his debut novel, "Mister Yam," which blends elements of mystery, magical realism, and philosophy. His writings, oscillating playfully between irony and sincerity, have garnered recognition in Malaysian periodicals such as the New Straits Times and Free Malaysia Today. His debut novel also received an honorable mention at the 2022 San Francisco Book Festival. Currently, he is dedicating his time to crafting his second novel, "Morin."

Tan cites Hermann Hesse, Haruki Murakami, Agatha Christie, and Paul Auster as influences on his work.