Carl Hiaasen

Carl Hiaasen is a Florida native and longtime advocate for protecting the Everglades.

After graduating from the University of Florida, he began his career at the Miami Herald as a reporter, later working for the newspaper's magazine and investigations team.

Hiaasen's journalistic background heavily influences his fiction writing, which often features satirical takes on Florida's environmental and social issues.

His novels are known for their dark humor, eccentric characters, and strong environmental themes, reflecting his personal passion for preserving Florida's natural landscape.

Hiaasen continues to live in southern Florida with his family, maintaining his connection to the region that inspires much of his work.