Hyun Ki-Young is a Korean writer born in Hambakgul village, Nohyeong-dong, Jeju, 1941. He spent his career mainly to recover the historical truth of the April 3rd Uprising and Massacre, which he experienced during childhood. His novel, based on the historical incident, <Aunt Suni> takes remarks on Korean modern history as well as literature. Hyun Ki-Young majored in English education at Seoul National University and worked as a teacher for 20 years. He has also served as the first head manager of Jeju 4·3 Research Institute, chairman Writers Association of Korea, and director of Arts Council Korea. In 2019 he was presented with The 3rd Jeju 4·3 Peace Prize.