Wondering what gifts to get your horror writer friends this holiday season? Or maybe you want to treat yourself to something truly horrific this Christmas. Look no further, because Killer Shorts has put together a great list of 10 Awesome Gifts for Horror Writers. If covering the Killer Shorts $35 submission fee for your friend, by our December 17th Extended Deadline doesn’t sound like the right gift option, check out the list below:
10 Awesome Gifts for Horror Writers
1. Retro VHS Horror Movie Lamp
A custom, made to order VHS movie light. Completely customizable from the color of the VHS, the color of the light, to the movie label, and any additional customizations.
Price: $34.97
*Prices at time of post and are subject to change
Buy it on Etsy.
2. Writing the Horror Movie Book
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at writing the perfect horror movie? Is your script missing something and you can’t quite put your finger on it? Check out Writing The Horror Movie by Marc Blake, an author and now teacher in horror film, and Sara Bailey, a screenwriter, lecturer, and course leader in screenwriting.
The book provides step-by-step writing exercises, samples of horror screenplays, interviews with expert writers/directors/producers, and screenplay formulas.
A great gift for anyone looking to perfect the horror screenplay.
Price: $32.95
Buy in on Amazon.
3. The Deadweight Paperweight
Hold down your script pages in style! Inspired by the Killer Shorts trophy, The Skull Typewriter ‘Deadweight’ Paperweight was designed and created by SyFy Face/Off finalist and all star Tyler Green of Tyler Green FX Studio. Each ‘Deadweight’ is individually casted, painted, signed and numbered by Tyler Green. No two are the same. This unique artifact makes the perfect gift for any horror author, screenwriter, filmmaker or fan.
Hot tip: Stick your fingers in the eye sockets to help you generate killer story ideas!
Size: 3” x 3” x 3.5” tall.
Material: Resin Plastic Material
MADE IN AMERICA
LIMIT OF 1 PER CUSTOMER
Price: $60.00
4. A Shudder Subscription
Shudder is a premium streaming service, brought to you by AMC Networks, for casual and die-hard fans of horror, thriller, and the supernatural.
First 7 days of subscription are free. $5.99 a month.
Subscribe to Shudder on Amazon.
5. The Shining Typewriter Lapel Pin
This enamel pin features the typewriter from the famous Stanley Kubrick film The Shining. The text on the pin features the iconic line of dialogue, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.”
This will make a great gift for the horror movie fans in your life.
Price: $10.00
Get it on Etsy.
6. The Beauty of Horror 4: Creature Feature Coloring Book
A well-reviewed, fan-favorite in this series of coloring books, The Beauty of Horror 4: Creature Feature Coloring Book, takes adult coloring books to a new level.
The book follows a group of zombies, werewolves, vampires, etc., as they recreate some of their favorite monster films.
Price: $16.99
Buy it on Amazon.
7. Horror Funko Pops
Check out these awesome Funko Pops, collectible vinyl figurines, in your favorite classic horror characters.
Whether your friends love Jason Voorhees, Michael Myers, or Freddy Kreuguer, Funko has it all!
Prices vary with product.
Browse on Amazon.
8. Beetlejuice: Handbook for the Recently Deceased Hardcover Ruled Journal
Have you always felt Lydia Deetz is your soulmate, or you too “are strange and unusual?” Then the Beetlejuice: Handbook for the Recently Deceased Hardcover Ruled Journal is the perfect gift for you.
This bound journal replicates the Handbook for the Recently Deceased from the classic Beetlejuice movie.
Price: $15.60
Beetlejuice and all related elements are the property of Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Buy it on Amazon.
9. Trivial Pursuit Horror Edition
Something missing from your epic trivia nights? Consider reviving game night with Trivial Pursuit Horror Ultimate Edition.
This game features 1800 questions spanning across horror platforms with 6 genres of horror- gore, psychological, killer, monster, paranormal, and comedy.
Admit it if you’re scared!
Price: $44.99
Get it on Amazon.
10. Camp Crystal Lake T-Shirt
Horror apparel is always a great gift option for a horror writer.
Consider this awesome 1980s Camp Crystal Lake Counselors t-shirt for the Friday the 13th super fans in your life.
Price: $18.95
Get it on Amazon.
Final Thoughts
We hope this list of 10 horror-themed ideas, helps you in finding that perfect holiday gift for the horror writer in your life. Let’s be honest, it’s probably a special gift for yourself. The Killer Shorts Contest hopes you have an amazing holiday season!
If you find other cool horror gift ideas, feel free to share them with us on our Twitter & Instagram.
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