Elena Garro (December 11, 1916 dash; August 22, 1998) was a multifaceted Mexican writer. She is recognized for her work as a screenwriter, journalist, playwright, short story writer, and novelist. Often associated with the Magical Realism movement, Garro's unique literary contributions extend beyond simple labels.

Garro's work in drama was particularly significant within Mexican literature. She embraced the concept of theater as a form of poetic communication that transcends logic. Her thematic and technical variety demonstrated a marked preference for exploring the interplay between different aspects of reality and even between distinct realities. Her characters often move between reality and illusion, creating a world where boundaries dissolve, allowing for an experience that delves into the deeper emotional truths of human existence.

She was married to the renowned writer Octavio Paz, whom she met while studying at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). The couple had a daughter, Laura Helena Paz Garro. They divorced in 1959. Garro's life was not without controversy; in the wake of the Tlatelolco massacre in 1968, her comments were manipulated by the press, leading to a period of difficulty and exile.