Isabel Cañas

Isabel Cañas is a Mexican American speculative fiction writer who has lived in various parts of the world, including Mexico, Scotland, Egypt, Turkey, and New York City. Currently, she resides in the Pacific Northwest. Holding a doctorate in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, Cañas draws inspiration for her writing from her research and heritage.

With a rich background in various cultures and languages, Cañas's writing reflects her unique experiences and perspectives. Her fiction combines elements of the supernatural and the real, often exploring themes that are deeply rooted in Mexican and Latin American folklore and mythology. Cañas's work transports readers to new worlds, blending the familiar with the unknown and challenging their perceptions of reality.

Cañas's writing is informed by her academic background and her personal experiences as a Mexican American. She uses her platform to shed light on underrepresented voices and perspectives, bringing fresh and innovative stories to the world of speculative fiction. Her work challenges traditional norms and expectations, offering readers a new and exciting way to engage with the genre. Cañas's unique voice and perspective have made her a rising star in the world of speculative fiction, and her work is sure to continue inspiring and captivating readers for years to come.
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Hacienda 2022
2 Vampires of El Norte 2023
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 The Weight of a Thousand Needles 2019
2 No Other Life 2019
3 The Kingdom of the Butterflies 2019
4 A Land of Saints and Monsters 2021
5 My Sister Is a Scorpion 2021
6 There Are No Monsters on Rancho Buenavista 2022
7 The Rustle of Growing Things 2022