Great Writer's and Kids Write Spooky Stories

Gahan Wilson was a master of the macabre and the absurd, known for his unsettling and darkly humorous illustrations. His work, particularly his contributions to the Again, Dangerous Visions anthology, showcased his unique talent for blending horror with wit. He was a true original in the world of speculative fiction and horror.

Jill M. Morgan is an editor and author who specializes in collaborative anthologies that pair professional writers with young students. She is best known for Great Writers and Kids Write Mystery Stories and Great Writers and

Martin Harry Greenberg (March 1, 1941 – June 25, 2011) was an American academic and anthologist in many genres, including mysteries and horror, but especially in speculative fiction. In all, he compiled 1,298 anthologies and commissioned over 8,200 original short stories. He founded Tekno Books, a packager of more than 2000 published books. He was also a co-founder of the Sci-Fi Channel. Greenberg was also an expert in terrorism and the Middle East. He was a longtime friend, colleague and busine...

Peter Straub (1943-2022) was an American novelist and poet who wrote horror and supernatural fiction with a literary bent. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he studied at the University of Wisconsin and Columbia University and broke through with Julia (1975) and Ghost Story (1979). His Blue Rose novels, Koko, Mystery and The Throat, follow a group of Vietnam veterans and a series of murders. He co-wrote The Talisman (1984) and its sequel Black House (2001) with Stephen King. He also edited the Libra...

Robert E. Weinberg was an author and editor who specialized in mystery, horror, and science fiction. He is best known for his work on the Great Writers and Kids Write series, including the Mystery Stories and Spooky Stories collections. These anthologies paired established writers with young students to create stories for readers of all ages.