Caryn Larrinaga

Caryn Larrinaga is a successful and acclaimed author, best known for her work in the paranormal mystery and horror genres. She has received multiple awards for her writing, including the League of Utah Writers Gold Typewriter and the Cat Writers Association Muse Medallion. In 2021, she was named Writer of the Year by the League of Utah Writers. Her work has been well-received by audiences, with her novel "Donn's Hill" topping the Amazon best seller lists for psychic mysteries and cozy animal mysteries.

Larrinaga's interest in the horror genre began at a young age, as she would often watch scary movies with a mix of fascination and fear. These childhood experiences have stayed with her and now serve as inspiration for her writing. She enjoys exploring her fears through her work, and her 90-year-old house provides plenty of material for her stories, with its creaking walls and narrow hallways.

In addition to her novels and short story collections, Larrinaga has also written for tabletop RPGs, podcasts, literary journals, newspapers, and zines. Her work has been adapted for audio, short films, and a forthcoming animation. She is a member of several professional organizations, including Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, the Horror Writers Association, the Cat Writers Association, and the League of Utah Writers.

Larrinaga currently resides in Utah with her husband and their clowder of cats. She welcomes visitors to her website, where they can find free short fiction and true tales of haunted places. Her fans and readers look forward to her future work and continued success in the field of horror and mystery writing.