How Do You Approach Writing Horror? | Ep. 177 | A.S McDermott

**QUICK NOTE** Apologies for some of the sound quality, I had some issues with my microphone

EPISODE SHOW NOTES

Do you want to write creepy stories? Have an interest in scaring your readers? Then check out today's podcast where author A. S. McDermott joins Ari to discuss writing horror stories.

This week, we cover:

• Characterisations of a horror story
• Biggest hurdles horror writers have
• How important locations are
• Book-length
• Standalone or series
• Advice for would-be horror writers
• Killing off your characters

As always, thanks for listening, and let us know your thoughts on this topic in the comments below.

ABOUT A.S McDermott

A.S. McDermott was born in England but now lives in South Carolina with his wife, kids, and assorted cats. He has been writing since he was very young but has only recently begun publishing his work.

Aside from novels and short stories, he also writes screenplays and directed a short horror film called The Party (2010). When not writing, he likes to swim, watch movies and travel.

Links

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/imaginarycinema
• Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7501196.A_S_McDermott
• Buy Link: https://books2read.com/ap/8pyjmz/AS-McDermott

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Intro & Outro – “Inspired” composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of http://www.incompetech.com | Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0