Effective horror writing transcends mere jump scares, focusing on crafting an immersive atmosphere and relatable characters. Key elements include exploring primal fears, utilizing sensory details, pacing scares, and leveraging the unknown. Psychological layers and unexpected twists enhance tension, ensuring that the horror resonates long after the story ends.
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June Boom
I’d never heard of the term ‘June Gloom’ before going to StokerCon in San Diego earlier this month and finding it overcast every morning. But that was the extend of the June Gloom for me becuase this month has been nothing but June BOOM (see what I did there?). What an awesome month this hasContinue reading “June Boom”
Let’s Go, Spring!
I’m ready for spring. Are you? I need it, because it only gets us closer to summer, and that is the season I love most. The sun, the sundresses, the smell of food cooking on the grill… all of this… I’m ready for it. The kick-off of spring also means the start of convention seasonContinue reading “Let’s Go, Spring!”
It’s that time of year again…
If you celebrate and whatever you celebrate, Happy That! For me, it is Christmas and I want to share my favorite Christmas song with you: This. Absolutely. I just… yes. And now, onto something that kind of blew my mind. I saw other folks doing this and taking stock piqued my interest. I was floored when IContinue reading “It’s that time of year again…”
L. Marie Wood 