Graham Masterton
Graham Masterton
b. 1946-01-16 · From United Kingdom- Books
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Graham Masterton is a British author born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1946. He trained as a newspaper reporter and went on to edit the British edition of Penthouse and Mayfair magazines before turning to fiction. His debut horror novel, The Manitou (1976), was adapted into a 1978 film.
He has since published dozens of horror novels, thrillers and short story collections, and is also known for the Katie Maguire crime series set in Ireland. Charnel House earned a Special Edgar Award, and he received a Bram Stoker Lifetime Achievement Award from the Horror Writers Association. He has also written sex instruction books.
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Graham Masterton is widely recognized for his contributions to the horror genre, particularly for his visceral and often controversial approach to supernatural and psychological terror. He is also known for his historical horror novels and his early career as an editor for Mayfair magazine.
Graham Masterton has written under several pseudonyms, including Thomas Luke, Anton McMasters, and Robert McCammon. These pen names were primarily used for his early works in various genres.
Several of Graham Masterton's works have been adapted into other media. His novel "The Manitou" was notably adapted into a film, and other stories have seen adaptations in various forms.
For readers new to Graham Masterton, "The Manitou" is often recommended as a strong entry point due to its iconic status and blend of horror elements. Alternatively, his Sissy Sawyer series offers a different facet of his horror writing.