Benjamin Spada

About the Author

Benjamin Spada is a Southern California native whose fascination with the eerie underbelly of his coastal homeland fuels his gripping tales of terror. Drawing from the sun-drenched beaches and shadowy urban fringes of SoCal, Spada crafts narratives that blend everyday familiarity with chilling supernatural encounters, exploring themes of isolation, hidden histories, and the fragility of normalcy. A former journalist turned full-time storyteller, he honed his skills capturing real-life oddities before diving into fiction, where his vivid descriptions and psychological depth keep readers on edge. With 'Dread Coast: SoCal Horror Tales,' Spada delivers a collection that transforms the Golden State's allure into a haunting mosaic of dread, earning praise for its atmospheric authenticity and unrelenting suspense. When not writing, he roams the Pacific shores, seeking inspiration in the fog-shrouded waves.