Caitlyn Paxson is a writer, performer, and historical interpreter. She has a degree in writing and cultural history and has worked as the artistic director of storytelling performances, a harpist, a book reviewer, a nineteenth century jack-of-all-trades, a shepherdess, and a fake Victorian spirit medium. She lives on Epekwitk/Prince Edward Island with her husband and three orange cats.

Her debut novel, A Widow’s Charm, is forthcoming from Del Rey, Doubleday Canada, and Quercus Books on March 31, 2026.

You can also find her on Instagram or join her newsletter, Book & Bramble.