In Memoriam: Peter Straub
Writers around the world, and horror writers, in particular, lost a legend. Peter Straub passed away on September 4, 2022, after a long illness. He was 79 years old.
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2022 Horror Writers (HWA) Scholarships Announced
The Horror Writers Association (HWA) offers a variety of scholarships and grants to assist writers looking to pursue a career as a writer of horror fiction, nonfiction, or poetry. We… Read more
The Seers’ Table September 2022
Linda D. Addison, Member of the Diverse Works Inclusion Community
You can see any of The Seers’ Table posts since inception (March 2016) by going to the HWA main page… Read more
In Memoriam: Corrine De Winter
In Memoriam: Corrine De Winter
The HWA is saddened to hear of the passing of poet and author Corrine De Winter. Our hearts go out to her loved ones, her… Read more
BOOKFEST DISCOUNT FOR HWA MEMBERS
The BookFest®, a Webby Award-nominated biannual bookish adventure for readers and writers alike, was created by The Black Château team.
The BookFest® Adventure is… Read more
Veterans in Horror Spotlight coming this November
The HWA is going to be running a month-long Veterans in Horror Spotlight this November coordinated by HWA member and former Marine, David Rose. We are inviting any and all… Read more
HWA Poetry Showcase IX Table of Contents
HWA Poetry Showcase IX Table of Contents
“To Hear the Call” by Stephanie M. Wytovich
“spoon against bone” by Geneve Flynn
“The Koiy Factory” by Naomi Simone Borwein
“Birthpangs,… Read more
The Dragon’s Lair: Tips & Tricks with James Aquilone
Next up in my Tips and Tricks Series is James Aquilone!
James Aquilone is the founder of Monstrous Books, writer of the Dead Jack Zombie Detective series, and editor of… Read more
HWA 2022 Elections
The HWA’s annual elections will soon be upon us.
Up this year are three Trustee positions, as well as the offices of President and Secretary.
Please read the statements of… Read more
The Seers’ Table August 2022
Linda D. Addison, Member of the Diverse Works Inclusion Community
You can see any of The Seers’ Table posts since inception (March 2016) by going to the HWA main page… Read more
StokerCon™ 2023 Update
StokerCon™ 2023 is slated to be held at the Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square, from June 15th through the 18th. You can reserve your room now with the link… Read more
HWA Honors Latinx Heritage Month for the Second Year
As the Horror Writers Association launches its second year of the Latinx Heritage in Horror interview series, we are looking to interview authors we did not interview last year. If… Read more
Congratulations to all the poets who were selected for the annual HWA Poetry Showcase IX
Congratulations Poets! by Angela Yuriko Smith
Congratulations to all the poets who were selected for the annual HWA Poetry Showcase IX, especially our featured poets Stephanie M. Wytovich, Geneve Flynn… Read more
The Horror Writers Association (HWA) Announces The Release of its Next Publication: The HWA Poetry Showcase, Volume IX
PRESS RELEASE
The Horror Writers Association presents its ninth annual poetry showcase featuring a selection of the best original dark poetry from the past year. Edited by Angela Yuriko Smith… Read more
The Business: Tips & Tricks with Vince Liaguno
Greetings from the Dragon’s Lair! I’m very excited to present this mini-series of tips-and-tricks from seasoned publishing professionals for the benefit of members and non-members alike. A little background before… Read more
In Memoriam: Valjeanne Jeffers
On behalf of the Horror Writers Association, I would like to extend our deepest condolences to the friends, family, and fans of Valjeanne Jeffers, and to her longtime boyfriend, poet… Read more
The Seers’ Table July 2022
Linda D. Addison, Member of the Diverse Works Inclusion Community
You can see any of The Seers’ Table posts since inception (March 2016) by going to the HWA main page… Read more
Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islanders Heritage in Horror: Interview with Naching T. Kassa
Naching T. Kassa is a wife, mother, and horror writer. She serves as an assistant at Crystal Lake Publishing, as an interviewer at HorrorAddicts.net, and is a proud member of… Read more
Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islanders Heritage in Horror: Interview with Lehua Parker
LEHUA PARKER writes speculative fiction for kids and adults, often set in her native Hawai‘i. Her award-winning and best-selling series include the Niuhi Shark Saga trilogy, Lauele Fractured Folktales, and… Read more
Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islanders Heritage in Horror: Interview with Lopaka Kapanui
Lopaka Kapanui is the author of four spooky story compilations about Hawaii and the people who live there; “Haunted Hawaiian Nights,” “The Legend of Morgan’s Corner,” “Mysteries of Honolulu,” and… Read more
