Tamara Thorne is a bestselling American author, renowned for her horror novels which she also writes under the pseudonym Chris Curry. She has gained significant recognition for her works such as the Sorority series, The Ghosts of Ravencrest series, The Erotic Adventures of Belinda series, and The Witches of Ravencrest series. Thorne has co-authored many standalone novels with authors like Lisa Dean and Alistair Cross. One of her notable works, Winter Scream, co-authored with Lisa Dean in 1991, was shortlisted for a Bram Stoker Award in the category of the Best First Novel. In total, Thorne has written over 20 novels, including several anthologies, with many of them set in her home city of Los Angeles.
Thorne's interest in ghost stories began at a young age, and she has been an avid collector of both true and fictional ghost stories since she saw her first Twilight Zone episode as a child. This fascination with the paranormal extends beyond her writing, as she is also an active ghost hunter and has written non-fiction about her experiences. Thorne currently resides in southern California with her husband and their feline family. When she's not writing, Thorne enjoys exploring ghost towns, haunted hotels, and other spooky places. She is always open to hearing from her readers and welcomes any questions, comments, or personal ghostly experiences that they would like to share with her.
Thorne's writing career began at an early age, with her primarily writing science fiction until she discovered Shirley Jackson's Haunting of Hill House at the age of 11. This book had a profound impact on Thorne, setting her on the path to becoming a horror novelist. In addition to her writing, Thorne's research into the haunting for her novels has led to another career as an investigator, helping people with paranormal problems. This turn of events highlights the way in which Thorne's art imitates her life. For more information about Thorne's background and career, visitors can check out the bio page on her website.