Darcie Little Badger

Darcie Little Badger is a Lipan Apache writer who has made a name for herself in the realms of fantasy, fiction, horror, and science fiction. With a unique cultural background, she brings a fresh perspective to her stories, often incorporating Apache themes and characters into her work. Little Badger's writing is known for its ability to transport readers to new and imaginative worlds, filled with the weird, haunting, and beautiful.

In addition to being a talented author, Darcie Little Badger is also a geoscientist. This unique combination of skills and interests allows her to bring a unique perspective to her writing, often incorporating scientific elements into her fantastical stories. Little Badger's scientific background, combined with her passion for the strange and unusual, makes her a truly unique voice in the world of speculative fiction.

Little Badger's debut novel, Elatsoe, was a critical success, earning a spot on Time Magazine's list of the best 100 fantasy novels of all time. The novel, which follows the story of a Lipan Apache girl who has the ability to raise the ghosts of dead animals, showcases Little Badger's ability to weave together elements of science, culture, and the supernatural to create a truly unique and captivating story.

In addition to her work as a novelist, Little Badger has also contributed short fiction, nonfiction, and comics to a variety of publications, including Marvel's Voices: Indigenous Voices #1, Nightmare Magazine, Strange Horizons, and The Dark. Through her writing, Little Badger continues to explore the vast potential of speculative fiction, blending elements of science, culture, and the supernatural to create truly unique and captivating stories.