Ronald Malfi is a bestselling, award-winning author known for his novels and novellas in the horror, mystery, and thriller genres. Born on April 28, 1977, he is an American novelist who also explores mainstream and literary fiction. Malfi is not only a writer but also a musician, having been the frontman for the Baltimore-based alternative rock band Nellie Blide and his current project, Veer. He resides in Maryland.

In 2011, his novel, Floating Staircase, was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for best novel by the Horror Writers Association, and also won a gold IPPY award. One of his most acclaimed works, Come with Me (2021), tells the story of a man who discovers a dark secret about his wife after her death. The novel has received stellar reviews, including a starred review from BookPage. Publishers Weekly praised the book, stating, "Malfi impresses in this taut, supernaturally tinged mystery... and sticks the landing with a powerful denouement. There's plenty here to enjoy."

In 2024, Malfi was honored with the William G. Wilson Maryland Author Award for adults.