Rachel Slade

About the Author

Rachel Slade is an acclaimed journalist and author whose gripping narratives illuminate the perils of the sea and the resilience of the human spirit. With a background in investigative reporting, she brings meticulous research and vivid storytelling to her work, drawing readers into the heart of maritime disasters and the lives affected by them. Her debut book, Into the Raging Sea: Thirty-Three Mariners, One Megastorm, and the Sinking of El Faro, chronicles the tragic 2015 sinking of the cargo ship El Faro during Hurricane Joaquin, earning praise for its harrowing detail and emotional depth. Slade's writing has appeared in outlets like Bloomberg Businessweek and The New York Times, where she covers transportation, environment, and adventure. A native of Baltimore, she continues to explore themes of risk and survival in her forthcoming projects.