SEM Literary Agency
Mario Zegarra
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(Lima, 1982) is one of the most compelling new voices in Latin American thriller and hard-boiled fiction. His standing as an author with an international reach was solidified when he was invited to the Buenos Aires International Book Fair by the Peruvian Ministry of Culture. His work—which includes titles such as *Tan ignorado como aquí* and *Un maníaco homicida a la vez*—is defined by an immersive, somber style and a remarkable talent for crafting complex characters who embody madness, irony, and despair. His rigorous approach to the genre is grounded in a solid academic background, including a Master’s degree in Creative Writing from the International University of Valencia (Spain). Zegarra is an active member of the genre-fiction literary community, participating in circles such as *La Abadía de Carfax*, founded by the master of horror Marcelo di Marco. His work blends the adrenaline of *noir* fiction with a profound exploration of the depths of the human psyche, establishing him as an essential author for those who crave intense thrills and high-quality literature.
BIO
WORK
Un maniaco homicida a la vez
(One homicidal maniac at a time)
In any great work of fiction, we encounter alleyways that can be followed—leading, in turn, to further alleyways, and so on, ad infinitum. This spin-off demonstrates that these alleyways—or, to put it another way, these characters—possess an allure akin to that of an abyss, while also sharing its profound depth, its mystery, and its pain.
If you have already read *Tan ignorado como aquí*, this book will surprise you with its fresh twists, as well as the authority and craftsmanship of Mario Zegarra. Those who have read *Tan ignorado como aquí* likely already dread what lies in store; meanwhile, those who begin with *Un maníaco homicida a la vez* could not possibly imagine what awaits them.
Is the reader looking to confront gritty criminal cases—are they interested in social commentary and authentic, true-to-life characters? They will find all this in this novel. Do they crave high-voltage erotica? Prepare to be surprised. Are they drawn to supernatural elements and mythical figures? Take the plunge—they lie in wait in every chapter. Are they enticed by linguistic pyrotechnics, narrative experimentation, and a rich tapestry of allusions and references to other works? That is precisely how *Tan ignorado como aquí* is written—all of it seasoned with a delirious imagination and a pitch-black, biting sense of humor. And to those who might doubt whether a single novel can truly offer all this, I can only say: that is simply because you have yet to read Mario Zegarra.
Tan ignorado como aquí
(As ignored as here)
