Alma Katsu is an American author of historical fiction and horror novels. She is best known for her debut novel, The Taker, which was a New York Times bestseller and has been translated into multiple languages. Her other works include The Reckoning, The Descent, and The Deep. Katsu's writing style is often described as dark and suspenseful, with a focus on the supernatural and the occult. Her stories often explore themes of love, loss, and redemption, as well as the power of the human spirit. She has been praised for her ability to create vivid and compelling characters, as well as her skillful use of historical detail. Katsu has been nominated for numerous awards, including the Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a Novel and the International Thriller Writers Award for Best Hardcover Novel. She has also been featured in publications such as The Washington Post, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. Katsu is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and holds a master's degree in creative writing from the University of Southern Maine. She currently lives in Maine with her husband and two children.