To celebrate Halloween this year, we're talking about the horror genre! A genre built around terrifying, chilling, disturbing, or unsettling plots and situations is sure to leave a lasting impact on a reader if done well, and because this genre is about its emotional effect, it's a versatile and diverse genre that you can do so much with. Let's talk about writing a chilling and effective horror novel!

0:00 - Intro
1:48 - Tap into common fears
3:15 - Create a strong atmosphere
5:56 - Raise the stakes
7:08 - Pick your POV
8:13 - To plot twist or not to plot twist
9:36 - Don't forget the basics
10:32 - Create emotional contrast
11:25 - Find something new

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