Matthew Salesses is an American author, editor, and creative writing professor known for his works exploring themes of identity, race, adoption, and the experience of Asian Americans. He was born in Korea and adopted by a white family in America, which greatly influences his writing. Salesses has written various novels, essays, and short stories. Among his notable works is the novel "The Hundred-Year Flood," a tale set in the wake of the 2004 Prague flood, which serves as a backdrop for an exploration of personal and historical legacies. Salesses' writing is characterized by its emotional depth, lyrical prose, and a deep engagement with complex social issues. He has also contributed to the conversation on craft in creative writing through his book "Craft in the Real World," which challenges Western-centric perspectives on storytelling and offers alternative approaches to teaching and understanding the craft of writing.