Erika T. Wurth

Erika T. Wurth is a bestselling author of horror fiction, who hails from Denver. She has established herself as a prominent figure in the literary world, particularly for her debut novel "White Horse" which was published in 2022. Wurth is proud of her heritage and identifies as Cherokee/Chickasaw/Apache.

Raised in Idaho Springs, Wurth recalls a childhood where she often found herself hiding from bullies during lunchtime, tucked away beneath the display case at school. Despite the challenges she faced, she developed a deep love for reading and writing, which eventually led her to become the successful author she is today.

Wurth is a Kenyon and Sewanee fellow and a narrative artist for the Meow Wolf Denver installation. She is an urban Native of Apache/Chickasaw/Cherokee descent and is represented by Rebecca Friedman for books and Dana Spector for film. Wurth currently resides in Denver with her partner, step-children, and two adorably fluffy dogs.

Moreover, Wurth's novel "White Horse" has received significant recognition, including being a New York Times editors pick, a Good Morning America buzz pick, and an Indie Next, Target book of the month, and Book of the Month Pick. Additionally, her picture book "When Naiche Visits the Stars" is forthcoming via Reycraft Books. Wurth has also published her work in several prestigious publications, including The Kenyon Review, Buzzfeed, and The Writer's Chronicle.