**Lizeth García Peña Wins the 2024 Horroris Causa International Horror Story Award**
Lizeth García Peña, a talented writer from Tijuana, has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Horroris Causa International Horror Story Award. This announcement was made by Desliz Ediciones, a publishing house led by Rosina Conde, on Sunday, October 27. The award ceremony took place via Zoom where the jury members, Horacio Ortiz, Elsa Fujigaki, and Federico Corral, selected the winners by majority vote for their upcoming anthology.
García Peña’s short story titled “El bulto,” submitted under the pseudonym “Polvo del desierto,” clinched the first place. Other notable winners included Cristóbal Manuel González with “El mueble” and Víctor Hugo Preciado Hernández with “El armario y el perchero,” who won second and third places respectively. The jury also awarded honorable mentions to Erik Escudero’s “La chica que hablaba con sombras” and Paula Aldana’s “Miguel.”
**Profile of Lizeth García Peña**
Born in Ensenada in 1978, but based in Tijuana, Lizeth García Peña is a distinguished writer with a degree in Communication from UABC and a master’s in Written Culture from the Centro de Posgrado y Estudios Sor Juana. Her work has been featured in poetry collections like “Alegoría del polvo” and “Ellas saben volar.”
García Peña’s career includes roles as a reporter for El Mexicano and Frontera newspapers, and as the founder of the independent magazine “Entre líneas.” She has also contributed variously as a journalist and poet in numerous local publications. Her work at the Tijuana Municipal Institute of Art and Culture and the Tijuana Cultural Center highlights her influence in literary circles, especially through organizing literary events like the Tijuana Book Fair.
García Peña has not only contributed as a writer but also as an editor for several book projects and has directed writing workshops for students, resulting in publications such as “Atisbos de palabras.” Her ongoing dedication to nurturing new voices in literature demonstrates her commitment to the craft.
**Secondary Article: Rise of Horror Literature in Mexico**
The recognition of Lizeth García Peña and other writers at the Horroris Causa 2024 reflects a growing trend: the rising popularity and international recognition of horror literature in Mexico. Various factors contribute to this movement, including Mexico’s rich cultural history, which provides a fertile ground for horror narratives that often intertwine folklore with contemporary societal themes.
A surge in literary festivals and awards dedicated to genre fiction has also encouraged writers to explore horror and supernatural themes with new vigor. This growing acceptance and celebration of horror literature invite a diverse array of voices to explore unsettling themes, which resonate with both national and international audiences.
Furthermore, the digital landscape has enabled Mexican horror writers to reach global audiences, amplifying their stories beyond conventional publishing channels. Platforms like podcasts, online magazines, and virtual book readings have made it easier for these narratives to find new fans, marking an exciting era for horror literature in Mexico.