Ling Ma

Ling Ma is a Chinese-American writer and conceptual artist known for exploring themes of identity, globalization, and cultural change. Her work often examines how individuals navigate modern, interconnected worlds, blending storytelling with visual and conceptual art. Ma gained widespread recognition with her novel *Severance*, which satirizes workaholism and examines societal responses to catastrophe through a dystopian lens. Her approach combines literary craft with artistic experimentation, providing insights into contemporary life and the shifting dynamics of culture in an increasingly globalized society.