Ma Chong, born in 1978, is a contemporary Chinese writer, known primarily for his novels and short stories. His works explore the complexities of modern life in China with realism and psychological depth, focusing on the emotional tensions and existential difficulties of his characters, who are often young people disoriented by rapid social transformations. His most significant works include the novel *A Woman and Her Night* (Yi zhi nüren de yexing) and the short story collection *Should I Leave Quietly?* (Wo shi bu shi gai anjing de zou kai). His writing, characterized by a spare yet incisive style, has received significant recognition. In 2014, he won the prestigious Lu Xun Literary Prize for a collection of his novellas and also received the Yu Dafu Prize for Fiction, solidifying his position as one of the most representative voices of his generation in Chinese literature.