Richard Chizmar (Maryland, 1965) is an American writer, editor, and screenwriter, known for his work in the horror and mystery genre. He is the founder and editor of Cemetery Dance Publications, specialized in horror literature. His work has been published in outlets like Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine and The Year's 25 Finest Crime and Mystery Stories. He has been awarded two World Fantasy Awards, four International Horror Guild Awards, and the Horror Writers Association award.
Among his most notable works is the Gwendy trilogy, co-written with Stephen King: Gwendy's Button Box (2017), Gwendy's Magic Feather (2019), and Gwendy's Final Task (2022). Additionally, he has published novels such as Billy's Day (1988), Blue (1998), The Interview (1999), After the Bombs (2015), and Memorials (2024). His style blends elements of suspense, psychological horror, and supernatural realism, establishing him as an influential figure in contemporary horror literature.
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