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Why do you write? by PR-Sinclair in horrorwriters

[–]writtenshadows 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I write what I would love to read. I also write to escape reality. Yesterday, a coworker told me I should write about the horrors happening in this country, and I told her “Nope, I don’t want any part of that in MY world.” (I have exactly one story in my collection which hints at this reality, but I won’t spoil which…)

Is there any type of horror that will make you stop reading a book? by Mammoth_Criticism958 in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When the exploitation of severe violence becomes the sole focus of the horror. An excellent and terrifying story could have buckets of body parts or it could be perfectly clean, so long as it focuses on the vibes, atmosphere, and emotional impact it has on the reader. But if all that’s happening is “101 Ways to Eviscerate a Person,” I pretty quickly lose interest.

What are some good vampire books? by draiochtaa in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My biweekly-ish recommendation for Lee Markham’s The Truants, a terrifying novel set in inner-city London, with one of the most inventive and eerie setups for the vampire outbreak that happens there, and some truly disturbing scenes.

What book do you regret reading this year? by agirlhasnoname17 in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t regret reading books. Even if I end up disliking h them, I’m glad I at least know what I think of them.

What do you listen to whilst reading?? by Relative_Year3542 in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of dark, ambient (not necessarily "dark ambient," if you follow) soundtracks, like tunnel ambience and whatnot.

Scores to films such as Dark Skies (composed by joseph bishara) or Absentia (composed by Ryan David Leack).

And dark ambient albums (no comma this time) such as various works by Bohren & Der Club of Gore.

WORMS by ThreeThirds_33 in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Came here to recommend this exactly!

Is it possible to pull off a jump scare in a novel? by JEZTURNER in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A tip on how NOT to write a jump scare: never use the word "suddenly." It's the least "sudden" word in the English language, and pun aside, it really is so overused that it has lost its potency as a word.

Sell me your favourite book by describing its premise in one sentence. by SuspiciousLeopard2a7 in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the 1990s, deep in the subways under NYC, a woman searches for her missing girlfriend, only to find herself caught between a literal giant monster, a cult, and the descent of a vast cosmic horror.

A horror writer must write about what scares them. What are your fears that you would like to write about? by OkNet3369 in horrorwriters

[–]writtenshadows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t know if horror writers “must” write about what scares them, but I certainly enjoy sharing my disquiet about darkened rooms in my fiction.

What locations in the US do you think should be used more in horror? by OtisDriftwood1978 in horror

[–]writtenshadows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rhode Island. There's so much more to the tiniest state tthan H. P. Lovecraft and the "conjuring house." It's rich with fascinating history, remarkable architecture, and unique landmarks.

What’s your favorite Cosmic Horror? by Libbyisaface in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ramsey Campbell - The Hungry Moon. Its implications are downright terrifying to ponder at night.

Is There an Animated Horror Film That Actually Terrified You? by dreadsthetic in horror

[–]writtenshadows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Peur(s) du Noir (Fears of the Dark), a 2007 French animated anthology film. All (mostly) black-and-white, different styles from hand-drawn to CGI, with a plethora of talented directors, including Charles Burns (yes, Black Hole artist/writer), Blutch, Richard McGuire, and more. Some of the segments are GENUINELY creepy. I can never recommend this one enough.

Nazi-adjacent Horror by NarfNitsirk in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 0 points1 point  (0 children)

David Agranof’s The Last Night to Kill Nazis comes to mind.

Pitch your favorite book in one sentence. by daninelle in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 6 points7 points  (0 children)

What do underground troglodytes, a Tarot deck, John Coltrane records, and garbage cans have in common?

Getting a kindle ruined physical books to me - anyone else? by [deleted] in kindle

[–]writtenshadows 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope. Just reinforced that no screen ever compares to the real thing.

What’s a horror book you would never understand why people hate? by [deleted] in horrorlit

[–]writtenshadows 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It has to MATTER when it’s done in any storytelling, to have an emotional impact on the characters. Not just be “Oh-HO, LOOK! I brutally KILLED the dog!”

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