The Horror...
easier said than done26 total reviews
Comment from lyenochka
Thank you for this helpful guide to writing horror. Personally, I don't like horror so am not likely to read it or attempt to write it despite being told that horror and comedy are two sides of the same coin. I suppose the same technique you shared about connecting with commonalities with the reader applies with comedy as well.
Thanks also for remembering Dean and encouraging readers to read his works. I liked his poetry best.
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Thank you for this helpful guide to writing horror. Personally, I don't like horror so am not likely to read it or attempt to write it despite being told that horror and comedy are two sides of the same coin. I suppose the same technique you shared about connecting with commonalities with the reader applies with comedy as well.
Thanks also for remembering Dean and encouraging readers to read his works. I liked his poetry best.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2021
Comment from Bill Schott
This was a useful and informative piece on capturing the sense and delivering the power of a horror tale. Of course, Dean serves through his eternal archives.
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This was a useful and informative piece on capturing the sense and delivering the power of a horror tale. Of course, Dean serves through his eternal archives.
Comment Written 08-Sep-2021
Comment from Wendy G
A very detailed essay on the specific skills and requirements for successfully writing horror stories. As you say, many stories are frightening but not horror. Well written. Best wishes for your entry in the contest. Wendy
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A very detailed essay on the specific skills and requirements for successfully writing horror stories. As you say, many stories are frightening but not horror. Well written. Best wishes for your entry in the contest. Wendy
Comment Written 07-Sep-2021
Comment from Brett Matthew West
G-Man, gave you six because this informative piece simply deserves them. Your bit about reading and research especially spot on. If one wants to improve, no matter the genre, those are two huge stepping stones to success. This piece is well written indeed.
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G-Man, gave you six because this informative piece simply deserves them. Your bit about reading and research especially spot on. If one wants to improve, no matter the genre, those are two huge stepping stones to success. This piece is well written indeed.
Comment Written 07-Sep-2021
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Sounds easy, doesn't it? Definitely not. I do miss Dean's horror writes, he did it so well. A very comprehensive write about the horror genre and the tools you need to begin to master it. Well written G.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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Sounds easy, doesn't it? Definitely not. I do miss Dean's horror writes, he did it so well. A very comprehensive write about the horror genre and the tools you need to begin to master it. Well written G.
Comment Written 06-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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Yep, I greatly miss Dean, too. I wonder if he knows so many of us do?
Many thanks
G
Comment from Midi O'Rourke
Well written and needed. I have always wondered about horror stories but have been nervous about writing them. It is difficult from characters to plots. Thanks for this. I will check out Dean Kuch's portfolio.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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Well written and needed. I have always wondered about horror stories but have been nervous about writing them. It is difficult from characters to plots. Thanks for this. I will check out Dean Kuch's portfolio.
Comment Written 06-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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The tjhing about characters is that, as with any genre, they are key to the reader's relatability of a story. if they behave like real people you can get away with almost anything no matter how outlandish.
many thanks.
GMG
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
This is a very interesting article about writing horror and how not to write it. I don't read it or write it as I've been cursed with nightmares all my life, but it is interesting to know how I compose those hideous dreams.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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This is a very interesting article about writing horror and how not to write it. I don't read it or write it as I've been cursed with nightmares all my life, but it is interesting to know how I compose those hideous dreams.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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It can be very cathartic to take those nightmares and put them on paper. it makes them more substantial to deal with in a way.
All the best
GMG
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
Though I don't care for the genre in general, I was nonetheless intrigued by your nuanced advice--well delivered! Interesting distinction between horror and terror--I'd thought horror pertained to repulsion and terror to fear.
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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Though I don't care for the genre in general, I was nonetheless intrigued by your nuanced advice--well delivered! Interesting distinction between horror and terror--I'd thought horror pertained to repulsion and terror to fear.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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I don't really see it as a genre as horror is an emotional reaction to events and it takes place in almost any kind of story. It doesn't need to be about all those tropes.
My most horrific event in my life was shortly after my daughter was born and she got really sick. terrifying. she's okay now but it still haunts me from time to time.
I think it's a good exercise to try all types of writing.
All the best
G
Comment from Sharon Haiste
This piece is well put together and well presented.
The information here is very useful.
Thank you for sharing this with us. And yes, I remember Dean. He is missed.
Sharon
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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This piece is well put together and well presented.
The information here is very useful.
Thank you for sharing this with us. And yes, I remember Dean. He is missed.
Sharon
Comment Written 05-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 06-Sep-2021
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Much appreciated. GMG
Comment from SHABAMO
Thank you so much for sharing this and the background! I have just started to write horror and find this quite helpful. I am saving this as a future reference.
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2021
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Thank you so much for sharing this and the background! I have just started to write horror and find this quite helpful. I am saving this as a future reference.
Comment Written 05-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 05-Sep-2021
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Many thanks for checking this post out and the review. GMG