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Richard Christian Matheson

Richard Christian Matheson

b. 14 Oct 1953

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Richard Christian Matheson (born October 14, 1953) is an American writer of horror fiction and screenplays. He is the author of over 100 short stories of psychological horror and magic realism which are gathered in over 150 major anthologies and in his critically hailed hardcover short story collect…

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Horror Fiction Fantasy Short Stories Psychological Horror

Also Known As

Richard C. Matheson, Richard-Christian Matheson

Featured Works

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nEvermore! Tales of Murder, Mystery and the Macabre

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Dark Forces

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The Bradbury Chronicles

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Shock Rock

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Body Shocks

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Frequently asked questions

  • Is Richard Christian Matheson related to Richard Matheson?

    Richard Christian Matheson is the son of the acclaimed author Richard Matheson. He has followed in his father's footsteps as a writer of horror and suspense.

  • Has Richard Christian Matheson written screenplays?

    Beyond his prose work, Richard Christian Matheson has also contributed to film and television as a screenwriter. His screenwriting credits include episodes for shows like 'Amazing Stories' and 'Tales from the Crypt'.