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Alexis Leiva (Buenos Aires, 1979) is a writer, podcaster, YouTuber, and researcher whose work explores the vitality of myths and legends in the contemporary world. His narrative project is consolidated with Baviano, his first novel, in which he fictionalizes the legend of La Salamanca in a timeline that connects 17th-century Spain with present-day Argentina. His work also includes the short story collections Cuentos New Age and Un Barrio Silencioso, in which he demonstrates a unique flair for reinterpreting the popular and the fantastic.

His literary vocation is complemented by a solid academic background in Literature, which has led him to present papers on literature at international conferences, validating the intellectual rigor of his work. For more than a decade, Leiva has been an active cultural disseminator, promoting reading and books in various media outlets, demonstrating his deep commitment to and knowledge of the literary ecosystem.