Kevin Kwan

Kevin Kwan is an American novelist renowned for his satirical portrayals of the Asian elite, captivating global audiences with his bestselling ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ trilogy and subsequent works. Before establishing his distinguished literary career, Kwan honed his creative expertise in various capacities, including roles at Interview Magazine and Martha Stewart Living, as well as with Tibor Kalman’s acclaimed design firm M&Co. In 2000, he founded his own creative studio, securing a client roster that featured prominent organizations such as Ted.com, the Museum of Modern Art, and The New York Times. His early foray into publishing included editing ‘I Was Cuba’ in 2007 and co-authoring ‘Luck: The Essential Guide’ in 2008.

In a remarkable display of literary dominance, the entire trilogy simultaneously held the top three positions on The New York Times bestseller list in 2018. He continued his prolific output with ‘Sex and Vanity,’ published in June 2020, a novel that was subsequently acquired by Sony Pictures for film adaptation. In 2024, Kwan further expanded his literary portfolio with the release of ‘Lies and Weddings.’ His significant contributions to literature and popular culture have earned him widespread acclaim, including being named one of Hollywood’s Most Powerful Authors by The Hollywood Reporter in 2014. In 2018, a pivotal year for his career, he was included in Time magazine’s prestigious list of the 100 most influential people and was inducted into The Asian Hall of Fame, recognizing his profound influence and achievements.