Why Readers Love Being Scared

Categories: Craft | Horror | Writing

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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