Adrian Tchaikovsky is a British writer 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.

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

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.

Neil Clarke is three-time winner of the Hugo Award for Best Magazine and winner of the Nebula Award for outstanding contributions to the genre. His contributions include the discovery and support of many new talents. He is a guest editor of anthologies, an organizer of writing workshops, and a 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. His genre is primarily contemporary science fiction with an emphasis on social and technological change.

Famous works include: 

• 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.

Li Jun (pen name Baoshu), born in Shanxi, China, is a celebrated Chinese science fiction author.

He gained international recognition with his sequel to Liu Cixin’s The Three-Body Problem, titled The Redemption of Time (《三体X·观想之宙》), which became a bestseller. His other notable works include The Age of Ruin (《废墟时代》), The Games We Play (《时间之墟》), and The Last Savior (《最后一个人类》).

Baoshu has won multiple awards, including the Chinese Nebula Award and the Galaxy Award. In 2024, he was a Hugo Award Finalist for Best Novelette with his short story "The Last Save" (《最后的存档》), further cementing his global influence in sci-fi literature.

He has been active in promoting Chinese sci-fi worldwide through international collaborations and conferences.

Erik Simon (born 1950 in Dresden, Germany) is a renowned German science fiction writer, critic, editor, and translator. A key figure in East German (GDR) SF literature, his influence persists post-reunification.

He debuted with "The First Journeys Through Time" (1977, co-authored with Reinhard Heinrich), followed by "Foreign Stars" (1979) and "Moon Phantoms, Earth Visitors" (1987). He edited the "Lichtjahr" almanac and co-authored a definitive GDR SF encyclopedia.

He's published over 100 stories, including the "Sternbilder" series (2002–2014) and the novel "Die Wurmloch-Odyssee" (with the Steinmüller family).

Erik Simon is the winner of the Eurocon Award (1987) for "Lichtjahr", three-time winner of the Kurd-Laßwitz-Preises (1992, 1994, 2002) for stories and translations, including Vernor Vinge’s "A Fire Upon the Deep". Special Honors include "Dream Maker" (1990) and "Bulgacon" (2004) for promoting SF globally.

Post-retirement (2016), Simon continues translating (e.g., Sergei Lukyanenko, Strugatsky brothers) and engages in international collaborations.

Claudia Rapp is a German author, translator, and key figure in science fiction circles. She is very active in German and Austrian fandom and currently serves as Vice-Chair of the ESFS (European Science Fiction Society). Claudia is the Chair of the Eurocon 2026 commitee (Metropolcon, Berlin, 2026).

She translates and edits SF works (English to German and vice versa), including "Whalefall - Im Wal gefangen" by Daniel Kraus, "Das Schmetterlingsmädchen" by Rene Denfeld, "Wonderland - Ein Albtraum" by Zoje Stage. She's also contributed to collective projects like "GERMAN KAIJU - verDAMNt!" (co-authored anthology) and "Zweiundvierzig - Ein Uni-Thriller"

She is a regular participant at Eurocon and international SF events. Member of „Wir erschaffen Welten“ (German SF authors’ network). Collaborates with publishers to promote SF in Europe.