Howard Phillips Lovecraft is one of the fathers of modern supernatural fantasy fiction.

Argues that Jackson's anticipation of postmodernism ranks her among the most significant writers of her time.

Heidi Strengell shows how this popular writer enriches his unique brand of horror by building on the traditions of his literary heritage.

Richard Matheson (1926-2013) was a prolific author and screenwriter whose career helped shape the horror and fantasy genres in literature, film, and television for over sixty years.