Peter Straub on Horror, Craft, and the Stories That Shape Us

Peter Straub discusses his writing journey and career as a novelist. In conversation with Clay Stafford, he reflects on his body of work, creative influences, and how his approach to storytelling and the horror genre evolved over time.

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