Ep 8 Tales from the Dark Side: Mastering the Craft of Writing Spine-Chilling Horror Fiction

 

"Pen to Profit Podcast: Tales from the Dark Side - Writing Spine-Chilling Horror Fiction" with Ray Evans 💀 🧛‍♂️

 

Hey there, future Stephen Kings and Shirley Jacksons of the world! Looking to weave tales that'll make readers pull their blankets up a little tighter? You’re in the right place. The legendary Ray Evans is about to give you a guided tour through the macabre mansion of horror fiction. Let's break this down like a possessed doll on a rampage:

 

**What's This Episode About?**   

 

- The philosophical underpinnings of fear and how horror mirrors our deepest societal fears. We're diving deeper than Dracula into a neck here.

- The vital importance of setting in a horror story—it's not just wallpaper; it's the whole haunted house.

- Characters: the heart and soul (often tormented) of any good horror tale.

- The rhythm of horror—how pacing keeps readers on the edge, even if they’re safely tucked into bed.

- The power of language and imagery, the salt and pepper of a deliciously disturbing horror stew.

 

**Why Should You Care?**   🤔

 

- The horror genre is timeless. But to make an impact, one must delve deeper than superficial scares. If you've ever wanted to know what makes horror tick (or beat like a heart beneath the floorboards), Ray’s got the scoop.

- If writing horror is the game, mastering its elements is how you win. And this episode is like the ultimate cheat code.

 

**What Problem Does It Solve?**   

 

- Struggling with making your horror story genuinely eerie? The elements Ray touches on help you take it from a mild shiver to full-blown goosebumps.

 

- It guides budding writers in avoiding the pitfalls of cliche and guides them towards creating truly impactful horror literature.

 

- Need inspiration? This episode is a kick in the literary pants, pushing you toward creating stories that don't just scare, but resonate on a profoundly human level.

 

So tune in, chill out (or up!) and let Ray Evans be the Virgil to your Dante on this journey into horror fiction's inferno. And hey, if you end up with an insatiable urge to double-check your closet tonight, don't say we didn't warn you!

 

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Remember, it’s all in good fun…until you hear something under your bed. Until then, keep writing, keep scaring, and keep laughing in the face of horror. And if you’re feeling generous, be like a vampire and give us some stars... but preferably on Apple Podcast. Keep those pens sharp, and, as Ray says, don’t be afraid of the dark...just what's in it!