Who are the most popular authors of men's horror stories?

Anne Rice is an important author in the horror field, especially known for her Vampire Chronicles series. Shirley Jackson wrote 'The Haunting of Hill House', which has been adapted into various forms. These authors have contributed greatly to the popularity of horror stories with their unique writing styles and ideas.

M. R. James was also quite well - known. His ghost stories were very popular during the 1920s. His tales were often set in old, English institutions like universities and churches. He had a way of building suspense slowly, and his ghosts were not always the typical, transparent apparitions. For example, in 'Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad', the entity that haunts the protagonist is very menacing and not fully explained, leaving a lot to the reader's imagination.

Guy de Maupassant wrote 'The Necklace'. W.W. Jacobs is the author of 'The Monkey's Paw'. Ambrose Bierce wrote 'An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge'.

Edgar Allan Poe is a major author of famous horror short stories. He wrote 'The Tell - Tale Heart', 'The Cask of Amontillado', and 'The Masque of the Red Death' among others. Shirley Jackson wrote 'The Lottery', which is a very well - known horror short story. W. W. Jacobs is the author of 'The Monkey's Paw'.

Edgar Allan Poe is the author of the very frightening 'The Tell - Tale Heart'. His works are known for their dark and psychological horror. Stephen King has written many terrifying stories such as 'The Shining', 'Pet Sematary', 'It' etc. His ability to create complex and scary scenarios is remarkable. William Peter Blatty wrote 'The Exorcist', which delved into the terrifying concept of demonic possession.

One popular author was Henry James, with his work 'The Beast in the Jungle' which had a unique take on psychological horror. Stephen Vincent Benét was also well - known for 'The Devil and Daniel Webster' that combined horror and folklore. Fritz Leiber was recognized for his horror novel 'Conjure Wife' which explored witchcraft themes.

Peter Straub was a popular author during the 80's in the horror genre. His works such as 'Ghost Story' were widely read. Also, Robert R. McCammon had some great horror novels in the 80's. His 'They Thirst' was a well - received horror novel that delved into the vampire horror sub - genre.

Geoffrey Chaucer can be considered one of them. His 'The Canterbury Tales' had elements that could be considered horror - like. Another was Marie de France. She wrote some tales with elements of the supernatural and horror that were popular during the medieval era.

There are several popular authors. Stephen King, as I mentioned, is a household name in horror. His ability to create vivid and terrifying scenarios is unrivaled. Joe Hill has followed in his father's footsteps and has created some really disturbing and thought - provoking horror stories. Paul Tremblay is known for his unique take on horror, often blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural. Additionally, Carmen Maria Machado has been making waves with her innovative and often feminist - influenced horror stories.

R.L. Stine is really popular. He has written the 'Goosebumps' series which has terrified and entertained teens for years. His stories are full of spooky twists and turns.