Susie McFatridge

Author – Teacher – Mother

I am a writer, storyteller, and educator who believes everyone has a story to tell. A lifelong lover of folklore—especially ghost stories—I enjoy creating worlds where the ordinary and the uncanny coexist in gentle, meaningful ways. Whether I’m crafting cozy horror, poetry, or something entirely new, my goal is always the same: to offer readers warmth, wonder, and a place they’ll want to return to.

As a middle‑school teacher, I design imaginative, student‑centered learning experiences and model creative risk‑taking for my students. My first published book is a collection of poetry I wrote alongside them, sharing my doubts and discoveries throughout the process. That same spirit of curiosity and emotional safety shapes my fiction, where every character carries secrets and every tradition hints at deeper magic.

I live in Virginia, where I spend my days teaching, writing, and enjoying the quiet magic of everyday life.