ベストセラーホラー作家のマーカス・クリューワーは、恐怖の物語を創作することが、自身の強迫性障害（OCD）を認識し向き合うきっかけになったことを明らかにした。著書『We Used to Live Here』で知られる同氏は、最近の個人的な体験談の中でその関連性について触れており、最新小説『The Caretaker』はまさにその経験から着想を得ている。
クリューワーはパンデミック期間中にホラー執筆への情熱を再発見した。カナダのCERBプログラムによる政府の支援のおかげで、Redditの「r/NoSleep」サブレットへの投稿を6年間休止していたところから、執筆活動に集中する時間を確保できたという。彼が手掛けたシリーズの一つ『The Man in my Basement Takes One Step Closer Every Week』は、読者からOCDの症状が反映されているのではないかと指摘を受けたことがきっかけだった。
Horror filmmaker Curry Barker has shared details about his new movie Obsession and his ongoing work with producer Jason Blum. The film is currently playing in theaters. Barker also reflected on his creative journey and upcoming projects.
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In a reflective piece published on Literary Hub, a narrative medicine educator and speculative fiction author grapples with the challenges of continuing to write amid violence against artists and healers in America. Drawing on historical and literary figures, the essay emphasizes the role of storytelling in healing and resistance. It invokes Toni Morrison's words to argue that artists must work precisely during times of fear and uncertainty.
Paul Tremblay's 2015 horror novel Head Full of Ghosts is advancing toward a film adaptation after years in development. Directors Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala are now attached, with filming slated to begin this month. The project features a notable cast in negotiations and production from established teams.
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British studio Inkle has published The Game Narrative Kaleidoscope, a collection of more than 100 essays on game writing and narrative design. Contributors include Prince of Persia creator Jordan Mechner and Tomb Raider writer Rhianna Pratchett, among many others. The book adopts a non-linear structure inspired by Choose Your Own Adventure titles, allowing readers to navigate essays in any order.