Why Readers Love Being Scared

Writing Craft
2025
Featuring Carol Gyzander, Jacob Moon, K. Scott Culpepper, Nikki Nelson-Hicks, Peter Rosch

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Carol Gyzander, Jacob Moon, K. Scott Culpepper, Nikki Nelson Hicks, and Peter Rosch examine why readers are drawn to frightening stories. They discuss common misconceptions about horror writers, the creative challenges of the genre, and the unique experiences of women writing horror today.

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