MATT DUGGAN
My Story
Matt Duggan is a writer based in Los Angeles, California, whose work explores the human condition through captivating storytelling. Graduating from Boston College with degrees in English and Communications, Matt embarked on a multifaceted creative journey that led him from filmmaking to literature.
Continuing his literary pursuits, Matt recently released the second installment of The Rosy Dream series. In Extremis takes readers on an immersive journey through the contrasting landscapes of 1990s and 2008 Los Angeles, and has earned praise from outlets including Foreword Clarion Reviews, Readers’ Favorite, and Midwest Book Review. Duggan’s works have also been featured in publications such as The Menacing Hedge and The Literary Hatchet. Matt is currently writing the third and final novel in the trilogy.
Matt is also at work on The Universe Will Eat You: Fragments of Horror Told in Five Short Stories, a new short story collection expected in October 2027.
Matt’s foray into the literary world of storytelling began with the publication of his debut novel, Ostraca, in 2019, marking the inception of his compelling The Rosy Dream trilogy.
While Matt’s creative journey started in filmmaking, where he contributed to the production of critically-acclaimed short films and directed his feature film debut, Inverse, his passion for storytelling has found new expression in the realm of literature.
Awards
Best Author Award 2016
Matt is immersed in the development of “Hell High,” a comedy-horror series tailored for streaming and premium cable platforms
World's #1 Best-selling Book 2014
Furthermore, he anticipates the release of the eagerly awaited sequel to “Ostraca,” titled “In Extremis,” set to captivate audiences
NYT Best-selling Author 2013
Its continuation of the compelling narrative of Jack Darmody in “The Rosy Dream” series. “In Extremis” will be published in spring 2024.
"Matt Duggan is an award-winning writer and director based in Los Angeles, California. After graduating from Boston College with degrees in English and Communications, Matt jumped into filmmaking."
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