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#WritingCommunity I've now started on the first draft of my final chapter. It feels surreal to see my story starting to come to a close.
December 5, 2025 at 7:12 PM
#HorrorWritersChat I wanted everybody to know that yesterday I emailed my local library asking that they stock one of @chaoticauthor.online 's books. I do think it's something small we can all do to help remember him.
December 5, 2025 at 11:05 AM
#HorrorWritersChat I'm not sure if I'm the right person to do this, but I can't imagine a better way to remember Matt than through his work. So, for anyone who hasn't yet, check it out: mgmasoncreative.com/all-my-books/
December 3, 2025 at 8:02 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 4: My book. For anyone unaware, I'm writing a sequel to the Universal adaptation of Dracula from 1931. It's Public Domain in 2027, and God willing I'll self-publish on New Years Day! Shorten copyright protections! 95 years is absurd!
#HorrorWritersChat Q4
Now to The Horrors.

In his blog post
CREATING PERSONAL MEANING IN A DARK WORLD IS HOW WE TAKE A STAND,
Matt said “finding joy in being a creative person is an act of rebellion.”

Share a creative outlet that brings you joy and/or feels like an act of rebellion.
December 3, 2025 at 7:54 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 3: I rarely dream beyond finding readers who think I'm worth their time. Turning a profit seems like a high aspiration to me. As for actual dreams, I rarely remember them.
#HorrorWritersChat Q3

This one is going to be hard.

One of the last things Matt asked us at Horror Writers Chat was to share a horror writing related dream.

This can be;
> an actual dream that inspired you.
> a dream you have for your writing career.

Interpret this any way you’d like.
December 3, 2025 at 7:37 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 2: It means darkness. It means stories of outsiders. It means uncomfortable questions. Actually being afraid can be a surprisingly low priority for me.
#HorrorWritersChat Q2
This is one of Matt’s favourite questions to ask us:

What does horror mean to you?
December 3, 2025 at 7:23 PM
🕯 Every one of these chats is a happy memory of Matt.

#HorrorWritersChat Question One: Penname is Victor K Sanders. I write nostalgic horror based on old movies. I also do the occasional creepypasta.
#HorrorWritersChat Q1
Thanks for attending our gathering today.

First, introduce yourself & share the horror subgenres you write.

Then, please share a happy memory you have of Matt OR a happy memory of being part of this community he started.

If the feelings are too raw right now, post a candle 🕯️
December 3, 2025 at 7:10 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 4: A lack of control. They all want power over their own fates, and usually the fate of others.
Q4 is up. Ten minutes to outro and the promo: I am still working my way through. You're all wonderful busy bees today and I adore you!
This one is a little easier. No archetypes!

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November 19, 2025 at 9:14 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 3: If I don't do all of these things, I would have completely failed at creating a decently diverse cast.
Q3. I'm doing what I can to answer everyone, and repost, so bear with me. So I don't keep you waiting, I'll throw out 3. Interpret this one how you like. I know many queer folks like me do not align masculinity with man shaped. And with horror, we love to subvert our tales.

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November 19, 2025 at 9:13 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 2: The Father is so easy to corrupt it almost seems like cheating.
Well then, #HorrorWritersChat. What's an archetype anyway? I jest. We're all writers here... after alllllllll....
November 19, 2025 at 9:12 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 1: Victor K. Sanders and I write stories based on old horror movies. And I can't think of much the men have in common except maybe a sense of urgency.
Here we go, #HorrorWritersChat!

Q1 has arrived. It's international men's day today, and I thought actually that's a good topic. Not the easiest one to build questions around, either. So if I do not hit the mark I am sure you will forgive me.
As usual, no links, no pitches, not till the end.
November 19, 2025 at 9:11 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 4: "So much information about the evolution of aquatic mammals, destroyed with that fossil."
I knew you all were fine additions to our Collegiate. Here – an ancient scroll, on which a sentence has been carved, and you must finish it: “My chisel cracks the seal open. Only then, did I understand the folly of my curiosity.” Continue it as you see fit, my friends.

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November 5, 2025 at 8:49 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 3: The human brain was never meant to advance this far. We're a bunch of monkeys who figured out how to split the atom. Unless we can fundamentally change our nature, we're probably doomed.
A moment; let me note this. The Primrose Collegiate appreciates your honesty and insight. Hm, an explosion? Yes, a seal is being pried open tonight. Now, listen carefully; what IS a Terrible Truth to you? What must be hidden from Humanity, lest it destroys us?

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November 5, 2025 at 8:02 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 2: To me, the most terrible truth is the horror everyone knows, but know one speaks of. The truth of Omelas, if you will.
Tonight’s attendance is most fortuitous, wouldn’t you agree? Mind the arcane energies coruscating in the laboratory; our work is, as always, dangerous. Now then, tell me; how would you describe an ideal seal containing a Terrible Truth? Where is it located?
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November 5, 2025 at 7:37 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 1: I write horror inspired by old movies. And terrible truths don't need to be hidden, humans just deny them anyway.
Ah, good evening, friend. Dr. Bedlam, at your service. Our esoteric laboratory has just opened. Come in, we are doing vital work on studying the cosmic unknown. Tell us, what do you write, and what seal do you own that contains a Terrible Truth hidden from Humanity?

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November 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Reposted
Ready to explore the world of cryptids?

youtu.be/fHK-NXe1Ijk
How to Write Cryptids
YouTube video by The Horror Scriptorium
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October 30, 2025 at 4:08 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 4: How about fear of peasant revolts? Not nearly enough of that around anymore.
Q4, and this is the last one for tonight. Hang around for the pimp your book part of the night in 10 minutes. Please do repost others. Please do go and repost one of Matt's books as well.
Thanks thanks.
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October 29, 2025 at 7:55 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 3: Obviously I keep the old in my stories. But, if anyone knew our next great fear, it would already be our current great fear.
So what does it say about us, as the folklore evolves, and we fear new things, in the dark...

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October 29, 2025 at 7:53 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 2: I think a good ghost story is universal. We all die with regrets.
October 29, 2025 at 7:51 PM
#HorrorWritersChat Question 1: Penname Victor K Sanders. I write horror inspired by old movies. And my childhood fear was Hell.
Hola, Horror Writers. I'm going to post and eat as I've pretty much just walked in. But, we're all about it today, so close to Halloween!
Tell me tell me. What scared you as a child?

No links, no hawking books please, till the end. Thanks Thanks.

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October 29, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Reposted
Happy 4th Birthday to Star Trek: Prodigy!

Back in April, we paid tribute to its best episodes in a special called JUST THE MARRYs, and featuring @jessiegender.bsky.social @steveshives.bsky.social @ohtheprofanity.com & @drakkorex.bsky.social

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October 28, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Oh, the horror! Perhaps my next scary story will be about a man who calls a cousin his Aunt! True terror ripped from the headlines!
My kids grew up calling a dear friend of mine “Uncle Phil,” now I know they were just little liars / likely terrorists
October 28, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Reposted
I simply can not believe we’ve gotten to “crashed infected monkey truck” in this ludicrous timeline.
October 28, 2025 at 8:22 PM
He's back!
TRUE Scary Stories - Episode 32 - The Secret Room
YouTube video by Unwanted Houseguest
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October 24, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Reposted
“For free.”
October 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM