Chris Wait

Chris Wait

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Chris Wait is an editor at New Directions, a publishing company that has gained recognition for its translated literature. He has contributed to the resurgence of interest in Japanese author Osamu Dazai, particularly following the cultural impact of the anime Bungo Stray Dogs, which brought Dazai's work to a wider audience. Wait's insights into Dazai's storytelling emphasize the unique blend of humor and despair in the author's narratives, helping to elevate Dazai's status among contemporary readers.

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United Kingdom United Kingdom: Chris Wait, an editor at New Directions, says that the bizarre series featuring a 'swashbuckling' version of Osamu Dazai has been a godsend for book sales. 7

The Guardian: From author to anime hero: the unlikely revival of a Japanese literary star | Fiction in translation