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| Born | Gio Antonio Canto Gomez January 25, 2009 Mexico City, Mexico |
| Nationality | Mexican |
| Occupation(s) | Writer, Publisher, Author and Entrepreneur |
| Years active | 2022–present |
| Organisation | Gio Canto Books |
| Known for | Youngest author at FIL Guadalajara 2024 |
| Notable work | Dies Irae, The Red Casino and Solo en Este Mundo. |
| Mother | María Soledad Gómez |
Gio Canto (25 January 2009) is a Mexican writer, publisher, and entrepreneur. Since beginning his literary career at the age of 13 He began his writing career at the age of 13 and published several works across genres such as science fiction, post-apocalyptic fiction, and fantasy.
Early Life
editGio Antonio Canto Gómez, known professionally as Gio Canto, was born on 25 January 2009 in Mexico City, Mexico. He was raised in Chilpancingo, Guerrero, where his mother nurtured his early interest in storytelling by reading bedtime stories to him. This familial tradition sparked his imagination and inspired him to create his own narratives.[1]
During his first year of secondary school, a Spanish class assignment required students to write a story. Canto's teacher was impressed with his work and encouraged him to pursue publication[2]. At the age of 13, he self-published his debut novel, El Diario de un Soldado de Filas Rojas Mexicanas, in April 2022.
Career
editGio Canto began his literary career in 2022 with the publication of his debut novel, El Diario de un Soldado de Filas Rojas Mexicanas, which he released through his own publishing imprint, Gio Canto Books. The book marked his initial entry into writing and publishing.[3]
In 2023, he published The Red Casino, his second novel and his first written in English. Later that year, he released Solo en Este Mundo, the first instalment in a series titled "Entre Dimensiones."[4] His works primarily explore themes of fiction and speculative storytelling, targeting a young adult audience.
In December 2024, at the age of 15, Canto presented his fourth novel, Dies Irae, at the Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL). He was among the youngest participants in that year's event[2]. The novel, set in Mexico City, features a narrative that combines apocalyptic themes with personal challenges.
Gio Canto is also the founder of Gio Canto Books[5], a publishing house through which he manages the release of his works.
In 2024, Gio Canto authored an article titled "La IA en el mundo editorial: ¿un reemplazo o una ayuda?"[6], which was published on the open-access platform Zenodo
Recognition and Impact
editGio Canto's participation in the 2024 Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL) gained media attention, with various outlets highlighting his status as one of the youngest authors at the event[2]. Local publications such as El Sol de Acapulco and El Occidental covered his achievements, bringing visibility to his efforts in the literary community.
Gio founded his own publishing imprint, Gio Canto Books, at the age of 13. The company not only serves as the platform for his self-published works but also reflects his entrepreneurial approach to the publishing industry. Through Gio Canto Books, he has expressed an interest in supporting emerging authors in the future[5]
Controversies
editIn December 2024, Gio Canto reported that the Guerrero State Secretariat of Culture declined to provide financial assistance for his participation in the Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL). He required approximately 60,000 pesos to cover expenses such as printing his book Dies Irae, as well as travel and accommodation costs for the event. Canto expressed disappointment over the lack of support from cultural authorities, highlighting the challenges faced by emerging authors in securing institutional backing[7][8][9]
Bibliography
edit| Year | Title | Publisher | ISBN | Pages | Notes |
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| 2022 | El Diario de un Soldado de Filas Rojas Mexicanas | Independently Published | 9798808645813 | 45 | Debut novel; self-published. |
| 2023 | The Red Casino | Gio Canto Books | 9798851092374 | 26 | First work written in English. |
| 2023 | Solo en Este Mundo: Sujeto 001 | Gio Canto Books | 9786072950054 | 124 | First instalment in the Entre Dimensiones series. |
| 2024 | Dies Irae | Gio Canto Books | 9786072659612 | Presented at the Guadalajara International Book Fair (FIL). |
See Also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Feria Internacional del Libro de Guadalajara". www.fil.com.mx. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- ^ a b c Occidental, Viridiana Saavedra / El. "Conoce a Gio Canto, el más joven escritor en esta edición de la FIL". El Occidental | Noticias Locales, Policiacas, sobre México, Guadalajara y el Mundo (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- ^ OpenLibrary.org. "Gio Canto". Open Library. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- ^ Blancas, Alexis (December 14, 2023). "Adolescente de la capital presenta su tercera novela". El sol de Chilpancingo. p. 2.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ a b "Gio (Antonio) Canto Gomez". linkedin.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Canto, Gio (2024-11-13). "La IA en el mundo editorial: ¿un reemplazo o una ayuda?". Gio Canto Books (in Spanish). Zenodo. doi:10.5281/zenodo.14263204. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- ^ Acapulco, Abel Miranda / El Sol de. "Gio Antonio aún busca apoyo para presentar su libro en la FIL". El Sol de Acapulco | Noticias Locales, Policiacas, sobre México, Guerrero y el Mundo (in Spanish). Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- ^ "Denuncia chilpancingueño falta de ayuda para Feria del Libro en Jalisco". Quadratín Guerrero (in Mexican Spanish). 2024-12-04. Retrieved 2024-12-10.
- ^ "Pide estudiante a titular de Cultura apoyo para imprimir 200 ejemplares de su libro". El Sur Acapulco suracapulco I Noticias Acapulco Guerrero (in Mexican Spanish). 2024-12-04. Retrieved 2024-12-10.