Author • Traveller • Explorer
Stories have always been part of Cathal Flynn-Post's life. Born in Toronto to Irish parents, he spent much of his childhood between Canada and Ireland, where summers were often spent exploring ancient castles, medieval graveyards, and forgotten ruins with his grandfather, a respected local historian from County Kilkenny. Those experiences sparked a lifelong fascination with history, archaeology, and the stories hidden beneath our feet.
That fascination led him to study Archaeology and Anthropology at Wilfrid Laurier University before later pursuing a career in computer programming and information technology. For many years he balanced family life, a successful career in IT, and a dream that quietly refused to disappear: writing novels. After years of planning and countless unfinished drafts, he finally began writing his first novel, The Brandon House. Four books later, the George Ryan Archaeological Thrillers continue to take readers around the world.
Travel plays a central role in Cathal's writing. Rather than relying solely on research, he visits the locations featured in his novels, believing that readers deserve authentic settings and believable experiences. Whether walking through ancient archaeological sites in Orkney, exploring the Irish countryside, surfing Canada's west coast, or following history across Peru, he wants readers to experience each destination as though they are travelling alongside George Ryan and Áine O'Neill. His goal is simple: if a local picks up one of his books, they should immediately recognize that the author has truly been there.
Cathal's novels combine archaeological mysteries, historical intrigue, and fast-paced adventure, blending real places, real history, and fictional stories that encourage readers to look beyond the final page. He hopes each novel leaves readers wanting to learn more about the history behind the story, inspires them to explore the places themselves, and eagerly anticipating George and Áine's next adventure.
When he isn't writing, Cathal continues to travel in search of inspiration, researching future novels while pursuing another lifelong passion: surfing. Every destination offers the possibility of discovering a forgotten story waiting to be told. He lives in Oakville, Ontario, with his wife of more than thirty years, Marcie, and remains a proud father to his daughter, Aisling.