Adrian Czajkowski is a British writer (of Polish descent) of science fiction and fantasy, winner of the Hugo Award for Best Novel (Children of Time, 2016). Known for his creative worlds, complex plots and innovative ideas, especially in the areas of evolution, artificial intelligence and interstellar civilizations.

Born on 16 June 1972 in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, England, he currently lives in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.

Among his most popular works are:

Children of Time – an epic story of humanity and an arachnid-evolving civilization.

Shadows of the Apt – a fantasy series inspired by insects and technology.

Czajkowski often explores themes such as adaptation, extraterrestrial life and social evolution, combining scientific rigour with captivating storytelling.

Alex Schwartzman is an American science fiction and fantasy writer, translator, and editor, known primarily for his humorous works.

Born on November 19, 1975 in Odessa, Ukraine, he currently lives in Brooklyn, New York, USA.

Author of novels such as Kakistocracy (2023), The Middling Affliction (2022), and Eridani’s Crown (2019), as well as over 120 short stories published in Analog, Nature, and Strange Horizons.

Winner of the WSFA Small Press Award (2014) for the story Explaining Cthulhu to Grandma and three-time finalist for the Canopus Award.

Creator of the humorous anthology series Unidentified Funny Objects and editor of The Cackle of Cthulhu.

Translates Russian-language fiction for Clarkesworld and Tor.com, nominated for a BSFA Award as a translator.

Former professional Magic: The Gathering player with 21 Grand Prix finals played.

Neil Clarke – American publisher, editor and award-winning author of science fiction and fantasy. Founder and editor-in-chief of the prestigious Clarkesworld Magazine, which publishes high-quality works.

Born on August 17, 1963 in New Jersey, USA.

Clarkesworld Magazine was founded in 2006, and has won numerous Hugo and Nebula awards.

Contributions:

Discovery and support of many new talents;

Three-time winner of the Hugo Award for Best Magazine;

Nebula Award for outstanding contributions to the genre.

Other projects:

Guest editor of anthologies;

Organizer of writing workshops;

Frequent speaker at science fiction conventions.

Neil Clarke is considered one of the most influential figures in modern science fiction, whose work significantly contributes to the development of the genre.

Francesco Verso is a contemporary Italian science fiction writer, known for his innovative and socially engaged works.

Born on March 29, 1973 in Bologna, Italy, he currently lives in Rome, Italy.

Style: contemporary science fiction with an emphasis on social and technological change.

Famous works:

Nexhuman (2011) – examines questions about the post-human future;

Bloodbusters (2014) – a critique of the modern healthcare system;

I camminatori (2015) – an exploration of urban dystopias.

Winner of the Urania Mondadori Award for best Italian science fiction novel;

Founder of the publishing initiative Future Fiction, promoting international science fiction, publishing works in 11 languages;

Frequent guest at international science fiction festivals and conventions.

Francesco Verso is among the leading voices in contemporary European science fiction, whose works often challenge readers to think critically about technological progress and its social consequences.