r/horrorwriters is a subreddit with 20k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and self-promotion, and the community frequently discusses horror, beta reader, psychological horror, submission, and cover design.
A place for writers of horror to exchange advice, seek feedback, talk books and discuss what makes horror great.
Popular Themes in r/horrorwriters
#1
Advice Requests
: "Opinions desired"
36 posts
#2
Self-Promotion
: "Guest writers needed for volume 2 of our horror anthology series!"
3 posts
Popular Topics in r/horrorwriters
#1
Horror
: "Guest writers needed for volume 2 of our Horror anthology series!"
35 posts
#2
Beta Reader
6 posts
#3
Psychological Horror
4 posts
#4
Submission
: "The Gotham Guillotine is seeking Submissions for its Issue #3: Gothic Marxism"
3 posts
#5
Cover Design
2 posts
#6
Anthology
: "Guest writers needed for volume 2 of our horror Anthology series!"
2 posts
#7
Magazine
: "We did it! Issue 2 of Manuscrypt Magazine is now released! 🔥"
2 posts
#8
Horror Writers
: "Wanting to meet other Horror Writers"
2 posts
#9
Title
: "Need suggestions for a Title"
2 posts
#10
Worldbuilding
: "What's the best way to ground in reality/brainstorm Worldbuilding in eldritch horror?"
2 posts
Flair Used in r/horrorwriters
#1
ADVICE
: "this channel is an Excellent source for horror writing tips! The best even."
65 posts
#2
FEEDBACK
: "Opinions desired"
60 posts
#3
DISCUSSION
: "Publisher of anthology stated NO AI STORIES then used AI art in the anthology."
29 posts
#4
SOCIAL/NETWORKING
: "Getting banned for formatting issues and for a doxxing a fake character is ridiculous"
17 posts
#5
SUBMISSION CALL
: "Thank you :) (and a new open call)"
12 posts
#6
RESOURCE
: "Where can I publish?"
1 post
#7
BETA SWAP
: "[In progress] [2973] [Horror/Suspense/Psychological] The Grief You Gave"
1 post
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Last updated: July 29, 2026