S. L. Huang
S. L. Huang
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S. L. Huang is an American science fiction and fantasy author with a math degree from MIT who worked in Hollywood as a stunt performer and weapons expert before writing full time. Huang began by self-publishing the Cas Russell series, which Tor Books later picked up, starting with Zero Sum Game (2018) and continuing with Null Set and Critical Point.
Other books include the fantasy novella Burning Roses, The Water Outlaws, a gender-flipped retelling of Water Margin, and The Language of Liars. Their short story "As the Last I May Know" won the 2020 Hugo Award for Best Short Story.
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S. L. Huang is widely recognized for their "Zero Sum Game" series, which blends mathematical precision with thrilling action. Their work often explores themes of identity, trauma, and the ethical implications of extraordinary abilities.
The "Zero Sum Game" series should be read in order, starting with "Zero Sum Game," followed by "Half-Life," and then "Burning Edge." Many of their other works, such as "Burning Roses," are standalone novels.