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Thrills, Chills...and Ills? What Makes a Story Horror?
Saturday May 3, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
El Paso
Horror is more than a genre—it's a feeling that grows in the pit of your stomach and spreads until you have to turn on the lights and check the locks. We'll dissect the horror "genre" and go over tricks and tips to create your own terrifying tales.
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Shannon Lawrence

A fan of all things fantastical and frightening, Shannon Lawrence writes primarily horror and fantasy. Her short stories can be found in over sixty anthologies and magazines in addition to her collections. Her nonfiction title, The Business of Short Stories, and debut urban fantasy... Read More →
Saturday May 3, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm MDT
El Paso
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