Thomas Olde Heuvelt, born in 1983 in the Netherlands, is a Dutch author primarily known for his contributions to horror literature. His early fascination with dark fiction was sparked by authors like Roald Dahl and Stephen King, later expanding to include contemporary writers such as Neil Gaiman and Carlos Ruiz Zafón. Olde Heuvelt pursued his literary interests through academic studies in English and American literature.

His writing career began with early novels like "De Onvoorziene" and "PhantasAmnesia," before major Dutch publisher Luitingh-Sijthoff began releasing his works in 2008. Olde Heuvelt has achieved significant recognition for his short fiction, securing multiple wins and nominations for prestigious awards including the Hugo Award for Best Novelette and the Dutch Paul Harland Prize. His international breakthrough came with the novel "HEX," which garnered praise from Stephen King and was followed by a U.S. book tour. His more recent English-language publication is "Echo," released in 2022.

Born in Nijmegen, Netherlands, Thomas Olde Heuvelt's literary journey began with a profound childhood appreciation for grim and dark narratives, nurtured by authors like Roald Dahl and Stephen King. His academic pursuits led him to study English and American literature at Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen and the University of Ottawa, broadening his understanding of literary traditions. He later cited a diverse range of contemporary authors, including Jonathan Safran Foer, Carlos Ruiz Zafón, Neil Gaiman, and Yann Martel, as significant influences on his own writing style and thematic explorations.

Olde Heuvelt's prolific writing career commenced with his debut novel, "De Onvoorziene," published when he was just nineteen. Subsequent works, such as the extensive "PhantasAmnesia," demonstrated his early engagement with blending horror with elements of humor and satire. Since 2008, his novels have been published by the prominent Dutch house Luitingh-Sijthoff. His short stories have garnered considerable acclaim, including multiple wins of the Paul Harland Prize and nominations for the Hugo Award for Best Novelette and Best Short Story, as well as a World Fantasy Award nomination. His novel "HEX" achieved international recognition, with a positive review from Stephen King.

“totally, brilliantly original”