Who are the famous authors of scary fantasy stories?

J.R.R. Tolkien is the author of 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit'. J.K. Rowling wrote the 'Harry Potter' series. Lewis Carroll penned 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. C.S. Lewis created 'The Chronicles of Narnia'.

Algernon Blackwood is an important author of spooky short stories. His works often deal with the supernatural and the occult. His story 'The Willows' is quite spooky. Saki (H. H. Munro) also wrote some spooky short stories. His stories usually have a touch of dark humor along with the spookiness. Bram Stoker, although famous for 'Dracula', also wrote some short and spooky works.

Edgar Allan Poe is one of the most famous. His works like 'The Fall of the House of Usher' and 'The Black Cat' are full of horror elements. Shirley Jackson is also well - known for her story 'The Lottery'. H.P. Lovecraft is famous for his cosmic horror stories such as 'The Shadow over Innsmouth'.

Stephen King is very famous for his scary creatures stories. He has created many terrifying monsters like the ones in 'It', the shape - shifting Pennywise. H. P. Lovecraft is also well - known. His Cthulhu Mythos introduced a whole range of otherworldly and scary creatures. And Mary Shelley, who wrote 'Frankenstein', which gave us the iconic Frankenstein's monster.

Clive Barker has created some tragic fantasy stories. His works often have a dark and tragic undertone. And then there's Anne Rice, who, although more known for her vampire stories, has some elements of tragic fantasy in her works, especially in her exploration of the afterlife and the struggles of her characters.

J.R.R. Tolkien has included goblins in his Middle - earth stories. His goblins are often depicted as malicious and dangerous creatures that the heroes have to face. His works like 'The Hobbit' have goblins as significant antagonists, adding depth and danger to the fantasy world he created.

J.K. Rowling is a well - known author. Her 'Harry Potter' series, although centered around a male protagonist, has strong female characters like Hermione Granger who are integral to the story. Another is Leigh Bardugo. She has created the Grishaverse series which features complex female characters in a fantasy world. And then there's Tamora Pierce. Her books often focus on female heroes in a medieval - like fantasy setting.

J. R. R. Tolkien is very famous. He wrote 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy, which has a huge and detailed world - building with races like hobbits, elves, and dwarves. Another well - known author is J. K. Rowling. Her 'Harry Potter' series is extremely popular all over the world, with its magical school Hogwarts and a host of magical creatures and spells. George R. R. Martin is also renowned for his 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series, which is full of political intrigue, complex characters, and a richly imagined world.

Ray Bradbury has written some stories that could be considered heroic fantasy short stories. His ability to create vivid and imaginative worlds is amazing. For example, some of his stories in 'The Illustrated Man' have elements of heroism. Roger Zelazny is also a great author. His 'Amber' series has heroic elements, and his short stories often feature complex heroes and magical settings.

J. K. Rowling is a huge name in western fantasy. She brought the magical world of Harry Potter to life, which has captured the hearts of millions around the world. Terry Pratchett is also famous for his 'Discworld' series. His works are known for their humor and unique take on fantasy. And then there's Robert Jordan with his 'Wheel of Time' series, which is a long and detailed epic of a different kind of fantasy world.