Pitchaya Sudbanthad is a celebrated Thai-American author best known for his debut novel, "Bangkok Wakes to Rain," which intricately weaves a tapestry of interconnected stories exploring themes of time, memory, and transformation in the bustling city of Bangkok. Born in Thailand and raised in the United States, Sudbanthad holds an MFA from Brooklyn College. His work has been praised for its lyrical prose and profound insight into the human condition. In addition to writing, he has contributed to various literary journals and actively participates in dialogues about Southeast Asian narratives. Sudbanthad currently resides in Brooklyn, New York.