Vincent Tirado

Vincent Tirado is a Bronx-born author known for their gripping young adult horror novels that explore urban folklore and Latinx experiences. Their debut novel, "Burn Down, Rise Up", draws on the legend of the subway-dwelling creature known as the Smiling Man, weaving supernatural terror with social commentary about gentrification and community resilience. Tirado's work features diverse, authentic characters navigating both real-world struggles and paranormal threats. With "You Should Have Been Nicer to My Mom", they continue to establish themselves as a distinctive voice in contemporary YA horror, blending cultural specificity with universal themes of survival and belonging.