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Ken Liu

Ken Liu

Born: 01-01-1976

Ken Liu is a celebrated American author known for his richly imaginative science fiction and fantasy works. Born in China and raised in the United States, Liu seamlessly blends Eastern and Western storytelling traditions. He is best known for "The Dandelion Dynasty" series and his short story "The Paper Menagerie," which won the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Awards. Liu is also a skilled translator, bringing Chinese science fiction to global audiences.

Quotes

The weak will always be victims. That is the way of the world.

Ken Liu

strengthvulnerability

The world is always changing, and if you don't change, too, you'll be left behind.

Ken Liu

adaptationprogress

Sometimes, the most powerful act of rebellion is simply to exist.

Ken Liu

resistanceindividuality

Love can be a powerful weapon, but it can also be a dangerous weakness.

Ken Liu

lovestrengthvulnerability

In every defeat, there's a seed of victory. You just have to find it.

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perseveranceoptimism

The path of destiny is rarely a straight line.

Ken Liu

fatejourney

True strength lies not in physical power, but in the ability to control oneself.

Ken Liu

strengthself-control

Sometimes, the greatest battles are fought within one's own mind.

Ken Liu

mental strengthself-reflection

The world is full of stories; we just need to learn how to listen.

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storytellingwisdom

The greatest leaders inspire not through fear, but through hope.

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leadershipinspiration

Even the smallest pebble can create ripples that change the course of a river.

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impactchange

Freedom is not given; it is taken.

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freedomempowerment