That’s the combination kids like: books that are funny and scary at the same time, but not too scary.Ī few Stephen King books are absolutely brilliant. Some writers make a mistake they want to do something creepy, so they pick a huge dark castle in Europe, but kids don’t relate to that. It’s scarier for kids if it starts in their own house or neighborhood. About every Goosebumps book has to take place in some kid’s backyard, or the kitchen, or the basement. Stine has the formula.” I wish I knew the formula. I met Stephen King at the Edgar Awards and he said, “You’ve taken every single amusement park plot and haven’t left any for anyone else.” I’ve done every scary thing you can possibly do. The challenge is coming up with new ideas. I walk the dog, go to the gym, and take a nap. I write 2000 words and usually finish by 2:30 p.m. THESE DAYS, I READ THE PAPER AND GET TO WORK AT ABOUT 9:30 EVERY MORNING IN MY APARTMENT. People always ask, “Did you have any teachers who encouraged you?” and the right answer is, “Yes, I did.” But I didn’t. I was a shy, fearful kid, and it was my way of getting attention. I’d be in my room writing little joke magazines, and I would bring them to school. Now, on the occasion of his birthday, he shares how he's made scary stories his life's work 1. The bestselling author of the Goosebumps and Fear Street book series terrified you as a kid.
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