Juan Gómez-Jurado (born 16 December 1977) is a renowned Spanish journalist and author. He has carved a niche for himself in the literary world with his energetic and cinematographic writing style.
Before embarking on a successful writing career, Gómez-Jurado honed his skills in various Spanish media outlets, including 40 Principales, Cadena Ser, Cadena Cope, Radio España, Canal +, and ABC. His debut novel, God's Spy, is a contemporary thriller set in the Vatican. It explores the aftermath of Pope John Paul II's death, weaving together the hunt for a serial killer with an underlying conspiracy. This novel marked the beginning of his journey as a novelist.
Gómez-Jurado's talent has not gone unnoticed. On 27 September 2008, he was awarded the Premio de Novela Ciudad de Torrevieja for his novel The Traitor's Emblem, which Kirkus Reviews highlighted as a "riveting thriller with a redeeming love story."
Aside from his novels, he is a distinguished columnist for "La Voz de Galicia" and "ABC", and actively participates in various radio and TV programs. His works have transcended borders, being translated into 42 languages, and establishing him as one of the most successful living Spanish authors alongside Javier Sierra and Carlos Ruiz Zafón.