Eric M. Witchey (born 10 June 1958) is an American writer living in Salem, Oregon. As a communication consultant, he writes nonfiction. As a fiction writer, he has sold over 100 short stories and several novels. His fiction covers at least ten genres and has been published on five continents. Witchey's articles on writing have appeared in The Writer, Writer's Digest, and other print and online magazines. In addition to teaching or writing, Witchey spends his time fly fishing or restoring antique, model locomotives.