Gary Brandner
American author and screenwriter
Born
1930
96 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American author and screenwriter, Brandner gained recognition for horror fiction. Notably, the novel 'The Howling' was adapted into a film in 1981, marking a significant contribution to the genre. Brandner's writing often centered on horror themes, and he was active in both publishing and screenwriting throughout his career. His works captured audiences with their suspenseful and often terrifying narratives, earning a dedicated readership.
Wrote 'The Howling', adapted into a film
Produced several other horror novels
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