Top 10 Prominent Vietnamese Writers Today

Nguyen Nhat Anh, born on May 7, 1955 in Thua Thien Hue, is a renowned and much-loved author in Vietnam. He has written numerous children's books and adult novels.

2015 marked a triumphant year for writer Nguyen Nhat Anh with the success of the film adaptation of his popular work 'I See Yellow Flowers on the Green Grass.' The film raked in huge revenues due to the compelling nature of the story. Alongside the strong reception of this work, other books by this talented writer such as 'Seven Steps to Summer', 'The Girl from Yesterday'... quickly became best-sellers right from their release. Below are some other famous works by the author:

• Watercolor Eyes: His most famous novel, which has been adapted into a film of the same name. The work tells the love story of the characters Ngan and Ha Lan in their childhood.
• Thousands of Flowers Glasses: One of the author's iconic children's books, telling the joys and sorrows in the student world, the mischievous pranks, the interesting games, the profound and meaningful life lessons.
• Give Me a Ticket to Childhood: A collection of short stories by Nguyen Nhat Anh, inspired by the author's memories and experiences in childhood.

The works created by Nguyen Nhat Anh are extremely intimate, carrying a family-oriented, childhood-oriented atmosphere, things that are very simple, familiar, easy to enter into the hearts of people and touch the hearts of readers. Each book is like a painting opening up before the reader scenes of daily life, full of laughter.

Nguyen Phong Viet, born on July 18, 1980, in Tuy Hoa, Phu Yen, is a renowned writer and poet from Vietnam. He is a former student of Nguyen Hue specialized high school and graduated from the University of Foreign Languages - Information Technology, Ho Chi Minh City. Since 1998, he has been a member of the Vòm me xanh writers' association in Mức tím newspaper under the pen name Me Quê, and later appointed as the editor-in-chief in 2002. He has also won the Young Pen award from Tuổi trẻ newspaper three times.

Nguyen Phong Viet has impressed and endeared himself to numerous readers through many famous works such as 'Passing through memories,' 'Born to be lonely,' 'Living an ordinary life,' and most recently, 'We Live For.' His works are widely embraced by readers for their intimate, simple yet nostalgic writing style. Thus, providing readers with profound experiences about life, love, and exploring the subtle aspects of the human soul.

Trang Ha was born on November 30, 1975, in Hanoi, and is a renowned writer from Vietnam. She made a name for herself as one of the pioneering editors of the Seasonal Scent Writers' Association in Hoa Hoc Tro newspaper in the early 1990s. Her main occupation involves writing, journalism, overseeing columns in magazines, and scriptwriting. Even during her school years, Trang Ha demonstrated exceptional literary talent, with a sharp perspective, critical thinking, and excellent writing abilities.

The works of this famous female writer always celebrate the human values of women and depict the fates of unfortunate women. Her stories are beloved by readers for their authenticity and sharpness in reflecting the realities of life. However, some contrasting opinions have emerged, suggesting that her works are merely for entertainment and lack artistic elements. Nevertheless, Trang Ha remains steadfast in the face of differing opinions and upholds the importance of serious writing.

Some of Trang Ha's famous works include 'Thirty-year-old Women,' 'I'm sorry, I'm just a whore,' 'Lovers Never Demand Marriage'... and have been well received by numerous readers.

Nguyen Ngoc Thach, born in 1987, is a quite famous writer nowadays, being one of the rare authors of the 80s generation with best-selling books in Vietnam. His works consistently top the best-seller lists on online bookstores.

Nguyen Ngoc Thach is well-known and beloved by many young people. He is famous for works focusing on LGBTQ themes and the dark aspects of the third world. His works like 'Life of a Callboy' and 'Twenty-five Shakes' have been warmly received by readers. Building a distinctive style has brought him considerable success.

From the very beginning of his writing career, Nguyen Ngoc Thach courageously declared himself as part of the LGBTQ community. His writing style is authentic, simple, admired, and loved by readers. When reading some of the works by this 80s writer, we can feel the rawness and lack of embellishment, yet full of emotions, each work bearing a unique mark. Some of his famous books include 'Twenty-five Shakes,' 'Crying Holding onto Saigon,' 'Halfway Lonely,' 'Heartbreak is Fine'... receiving significant attention from readers.

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/thach.author

Anh Khang, a renowned author and MC, born in 1987, holds a bachelor's degree in Journalism and Communication from the University of Social Sciences and Humanities in Ho Chi Minh City.

Since his college days, Anh Khang has gained experience as a master of ceremonies (MC). Later, he not only worked in the PR-Marketing field but also took on the roles of MC and music composer. He has become a familiar name to readers of the Saigon Business Weekend newspaper. Currently, he is an editor at a media company.

Anh Khang's list of works includes many famous books such as 'Days drifting towards the past,' 'Sadness is hard to let go,' 'The sky is still blue,' 'You still have me,' and 'Flirting strategies.' Anh Khang has been dubbed the 'Million-copy author' because every book he writes attracts the attention of readers. His works are characterized by the melancholy of love and authentic stories, eliciting empathy and admiration from readers.

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/NgayTroiVePhiaCu

Iris Cao, whose real name is Cao Bich Thuy, is a young modern writer who has been attracting the love of readers. Before embarking on the literary path, she studied abroad in Singapore with a major in advertising and communication. Afterwards, she joined large companies such as Wepro and YanTV, and developed her career in advertising writing. Currently, the author is also an outstanding photographer, owning her own studio and collaborating with many Vpop stars.

On a fateful day, Iris Cao met Hamlet Truong, who inspired her and led her into the literary path. In 2012, the book co-authored by the two authors was launched under the title 'Love each other and leave it.' With a simple autobiographical writing style and smooth narrative, Iris Cao quickly attracted the interest of readers. In addition to writing books, she also writes scripts for music videos such as 'Longing lasts,' 'Tormented,' 'River has its bends, people have their times,'... The songs 'Family love' and 'I love you too' have left a deep impression on the audience. Along with that, she is also the co-author of the song 'Stranger against the tide' by Pham Quynh Anh, causing a sensation for a long time.

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/iriscao

Hamlet Trương is a versatile artist with roles as a singer and writer. He has built fame in both of these fields. In music, Hamlet Truong is a singer and songwriter. He has released many successful and beloved songs such as 'Dust flies into the eyes,' 'Noble love,' 'Laws for replacements,' and 'Love without regrets.' His songs often carry romantic and introspective elements, attracting the attention of a large audience.

Additionally, Hamlet Trương is also a writer with best-selling works in Vietnam. He writes about life, love, and personal experiences. His list of works includes 'Time to love,' 'Love each other and leave it,' 'Hands seeking hands holding hands,' 'Love then cry,' 'Everyone changes,' 'Smile and let go,' '12 ways to love,' 'Adults don't cry,' 'Into the forest to hide leaves,' and 'Loving someone is difficult.' The combination of Hamlet Truong's roles as a singer and writer creates a unique creative style and makes a breakthrough in the Vietnamese entertainment industry.

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/hamlettruong/

Tuệ Nghi, born Phan Thanh Bảo Ngọc in 1993, is a successful young entrepreneur and author of several bestselling books. She began her entrepreneurial journey at the age of 15 and achieved great success by founding her own company at the age of 18. Tuệ Nghi's efforts and talent were recognized when she was awarded the Top 10 Asia-Pacific Business Stars title at the age of 20. These remarkable achievements have garnered international media attention as Tuệ Nghi achieved success in the business world at a very young age.

Tuệ Nghi writes about what she sees and experiences. There is nothing more satisfying than knowing that her stories can inspire others, even change their lives in a positive direction. Some of Tuệ Nghi's famous works include 'There Will Be a Way, Don't Worry', 'Men Promise, Women Believe', 'Stay Calm', 'Courageously Move Forward'... which have been well received by a wide audience, especially young readers.

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/tue.nghi

Rosie Nguyễn, born Nguyễn Hoàng Nguyên in 1987, is a writer, instructor of skills courses, and yoga trainer. Currently, she is pursuing freelance writing. Since childhood, Rosie has had a passion for writing.

After graduating in International Economics at the Foreign Trade University, Rosie worked for three different companies for six years. Despite having a stable job, she felt her life was mundane and monotonous. She only knew about the field she was trained in, lacked knowledge about social issues, and felt she was falling behind. Therefore, she decided to self-develop through reading. Inspiration after each trip prompted Rosie to return to her childhood passion, writing. She began sharing about her travels and personal learning experiences on social media. Gradually, her articles became known to many people, and Rosie became a famous blogger on culture and travel. Some of her famous works include 'How Much is Youth Worth', 'What We Say When We Talk About Happiness', 'We Backpack in Asia', which have been well received and appreciated by many young readers.

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/rosienguyenvn

Nguyễn Ngọc Tư, born in 1976 in Đầm Dơi, Cà Mau, is a renowned Vietnamese writer. With a passion for writing, she has tirelessly penned as a means of release and experimentation, reflecting her intimacy with her own life. The author's voice carries the essence of Southern Vietnam, employing a soft yet poignant narrative style to depict the harsh realities and fluctuating fates. Her works often resonate with the countryside, portraying the sincerity and warmth of local people and culture, yet also encountering tragedies and misfortunes.

The fame of Nguyễn Ngọc Tư began when she won first prize in the Age 20 Literary Contest organized by the Youth Publishing House. Subsequently, she made significant strides in the literary path. Her short story collection 'Endless Fields' earned her the LiBeraturpreis award, voted by the Litprom, the Association for the Promotion of Literature from Asia, Africa, and Latin America in Germany. The author also participated in implementing a 6,000 EU project through creative activities for women in Vietnam.

Some other famous works include 'Island,' 'River,' 'The Smoky Sky Glitters'... Gradually establishing her name in the literary world, Nguyễn Ngọc Tư has contributed to enriching Vietnamese literature with authentic, touching, and emotional stories about life and humanity.

Fanpage: www.facebook.com/nguyenngoc4