Edgar Cantero is a New York Times-bestselling author and cartoonist, born in Barcelona in 1981. He first gained recognition in the Catalan literary scene with his debut novel "Dormir amb Winona Ryder" (Sleeping with Winona Ryder) in 2007, which won several awards. However, Cantero's interests soon shifted away from the highbrow Catalan literary tradition towards mass-market paperbacks, video games, and Hollywood blockbusters. This change in preferences is reflected in his subsequent work, which moved away from the traditional literary style.
Cantero's writing journey took a turn when he published his punk dystopian thriller "Vallvi" in 2011, which was written in Catalan. The book was a departure from his previous work and did not receive the same acclaim as his debut novel. This shift in style marked the beginning of Cantero's transition from writing in Catalan to English.
In English, Cantero has written several novels, including "The Supernatural Enhancements" (2014), "Meddling Kids" (2017), and "This Body's Not Big Enough for Both of Us" (2018). His work in English is known for its gothic mystery, horror adventure, and noir comedy elements. Cantero's writing often features badass female characters, colorful violence, dramatic weather, haunted houses, and ill-timed jokes. His unique storytelling style has earned him a place as a popular and critically acclaimed author in the English literary scene.
In addition to his work as a writer, Cantero is also a cartoonist and has contributed to the Spanish-language satirical magazine El Jueves. He currently resides in Brooklyn and continues to work in three languages, creating a range of work from short stories to screenplays. Cantero's diverse body of work showcases his versatility as a writer and his ability to captivate audiences with his unique storytelling style.