Marina Cohen grew up in Scarborough, Ontario, where she spent far too much time asking herself what if . . . In elementary school, her favorite author was Edgar Allan Poe. She loved The Tell-Tale Heart and aspired to write similar stories. She is attracted to the fantastical, the bizarre, and all things eerie. marinacohen.com
Praise for The Inn Between: Cohen's emotionally gripping tale perfectly captures the essences of friendship and sibling love. Readers looking for a mystery with heart, humor, and hairy moments will be captivated.--Kirkus Reviews, starred review The well-placed narrative balances emotion and plot, and the strong underlying mysteries offer up plenty of clues for attentive readers to piece together. Quinn is a likable, authentically muddled young character, and occasional flashbacks to events surrounding her sister's loss flesh out her guilt-ridden motivations without overtaking the story. Ultimately offering a happy resolution, this middle-grade supernatural story functions well as horror for beginners and a clever concept for fans of imaginative fiction. --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books For readers who enjoy being scared silly, this will fit the bill while also providing them with a thought-provoking ending.--Booklist Praise for The Doll's Eye: An ever present and always-growing sense of dread accompanied by an atmosphere of chills and mystery make this perfect for reading in the closet under the cover of night.--Kirkus Reviews Read this one with the lights on.--Booklist Cohen crafts a pleasingly shivery tale of greed, repercussions, and innocence. A must-have for horror fans.--School Library Journal Cohen makes maximum use of creaking doors and strange shadows to create a delightfully chilling atmosphere, while an unnerving neighbor and whispered rumors heighten the suspense.--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books