Born in St. Petersburg, Florida, Christopher Buehlman has carved out a distinctive niche as a master of literary horror who brings an uncommon depth to the genre.

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Born in Santa Barbara and educated at New York University before earning her master's in fiction from the University of Southern California, Rachel Hochhauser has established herself as both a compelling storyteller and successful entrepreneur.

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