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THE HORROR WRITERS ASSOCIATION is a nonprofit organization of writers and publishing professionals around the world, dedicated to promoting dark literature and the interests of those who write it. The HWA formed in 1985 with the help of many of the field’s greats, including Dean Koontz, Robert McCammon, and Joe Lansdale. Today, with over 1250 members around the globe, it is the oldest and most res

pected professional organization for the much-loved writers who have brought you the most enjoyable sleepless nights of your life. This page is for official announcements, discussions about the genre or industry, or creative and business questions from members and aspiring members. Any other posts, including technical issues with our website or member renewal questions, will be deleted to keep the page clean.

We are excited to embrace the theme of recognizing our history while also using the stability of one location and the pl...
06/18/2025

We are excited to embrace the theme of recognizing our history while also using the stability of one location and the planning process to explore ways to grow and change the best celebration of the genre we love.

We are celebrating TEN YEARS and will be back in Pittsburgh from 2026 to 2027 at the same hotel for both years.

The event will be at the Westin Pittsburgh from June 4th to June 7th.

Guests of Honor so far include:

Linda D. Addison

Ann VanderMeer

John Shirley

Billy Martin

All those who purchase the Stamford Special ticket will receive a special commemorative item with their ticket!

Tickets are available to purchase Here

Hotel information is forthcoming.

We're excited to bring you another chapter in the history of StokerCon! StokerCon 2026 will be held in Pittsburgh.

The event will be at the Westin Pittsburgh from June 4th to June 7th.

Guests of Honor so far include:

Linda D. Addison

Ann VanderMeer

John Shirley

Billy Martin

All those who purchase the Stamford Special ticket will receive a special commemorative item with their ticket!

Tickets are available to purchase Here

Hotel information is forthcoming.

HWA Secretary Becky Spratford delivering the keynote address at the Bram Stoker Award ceremony.
06/15/2025

HWA Secretary Becky Spratford delivering the keynote address at the Bram Stoker Award ceremony.

The Bram Stoker Awards Ceremony has begun!
06/15/2025

The Bram Stoker Awards Ceremony has begun!

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