Wiley Cash (born September 7, 1977) is a New York Times best-selling novelist from North Carolina, known for his evocative and often dark explorations of Southern life and history. His writing style is characterized by richly detailed settings, complex characters grappling with moral dilemmas, and a strong sense of place deeply rooted in the rural landscapes of the Southeast. Cash's work draws inspiration from literary giants such as Ernest J. Gaines and William Faulkner, and he has received numerous accolades, including three Southern Book Prizes and the CWA New Blood Dagger and Gold Dagger.
