C. L. Polk, also known as Chelsea Louise Polk, is a Canadian author of fantasy fiction. They are best known for their debut novel “Witchmark,” which won the World Fantasy Award in 2019. This captivating novel blends murder mystery with fantasy elements and is set in a gaslamp secondary world. The story continues in two sequels: “Stormsong” and “Soulstar.” Polk’s writing has garnered critical acclaim and a devoted readership. They reside in Calgary, Alberta, on Treaty 7 land, within the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy, the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, and the Métis Nation.