Delving Deep into the Minds of Horror Authors: Writing Wisdom, Career Shifts, and Success Stories

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🎙️About the Episode
Imagine immersing yourself in the minds of acclaimed horror authors, navigating their unique journeys and mining for writing wisdom. That's exactly what's in store for you today, as we follow the intriguing paths of David Viergutz and Erik H. Vick. Erik, a renowned horror author, shares his journey into the chilling world of horror writing that began as a childhood love for reading and writing. He takes us through the daunting task of reducing a 1339 page novel to a manageable 800 pages - an essential skill for any author.

But that's not all. We're also diving deep into the life of Erik, who transitioned from a career in academia and the gaming industry into writing. He opens up about his successful horror novel, Demon King, and reveals the secret role Bookbub ads played in propelling its success. Hear about his transition to Kindle Unlimited and the staggering 500,000 page reads he achieved in his first year. Erik also offers invaluable insights into the use of humor and sarcasm in horror, a genre that thrives on the unexpected.

To round it all up, our guests imparts some wisdom on the importance of plotting and pacing in horror stories. He offers expert advice on how to keep readers engaged and maintain a story's intensity. Don't miss this chance to gain insights from some of the best minds in the horror genre, and remember to subscribe to the Nightmare Engine podcast. Come, brave hearts, let's enter the realm of horror authors together!

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