About Cain Quillman
Cain Quillman is a psychological horror author and narrative architect, crafting stories where folklore, trauma, and myth collide with sharp emotional realism. His debut horror short story, The Blanket Snatcher, introduced his signature style — dark, atmospheric fiction that builds unease in quiet, deliberate layers.
His forthcoming novel, Pentlockin, blends psychological suspense with urban legend, earning early comparisons to Jennifer McMahon, Neil Gaiman, and Gillian Flynn. Known for intricate plotting and immersive world-building, Quillman designs narratives like blueprints — every beat, every trapdoor engineered for maximum emotional impact.
Beyond fiction, he has published memoirs exploring fear, survival, and transformation, experiences that infuse his horror with authenticity and emotional depth. His goal is simple: to create stories that haunt, resonate, and demand to be revisited.
Cain Quillman is a psychological horror author and narrative architect, crafting stories where folklore, trauma, and myth collide with sharp emotional realism. His debut horror short story, The Blanket Snatcher, introduced his signature style — dark, atmospheric fiction that builds unease in quiet, deliberate layers.
His forthcoming novel, Pentlockin, blends psychological suspense with urban legend, earning early comparisons to Jennifer...