R. L. Stine ​

Robert Lawrence Stine, professionally known as R. L. Stine, is an American novelist, short story writer, and television producer. He is best known for his children's horror series Goosebumps, which led to a multi-media franchise, and spin-off series, including Rotten School, Fear Street, and Mostly Ghostly.

Quick Facts ​

• Best known for creating the children's horror book series Goosebumps, which led to a multi-media franchise.
• His books have sold over 400 million copies worldwide.
• In the '90s, USA Today named him the best-selling author three years in a row.
• Stephen King referred to him as "the Stephen King of children's literature".
• He also created the Fear Street and Rotten School series.

Background ​

Stine was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1943. He grew up in a Jewish family, and began writing at an early age. He began his writing career by creating humor magazines at school, and went on to write joke books and humour books for kids. In 1986, Stine wrote his first horror novel, Blind Date. He followed up with many more novels, including the Fear Street series. Stine has been referred to as the "Stephen King of children's literature" and is the author of hundreds of horror fiction novels, including the books in the Goosebumps, Rotten School, Mostly Ghostly, The Nightmare Room and Fear Street series. His books have sold over 400 million copies worldwide.

Writing Style and Impact ​

Stine's work is renowned for its horror elements and chilling narratives aimed at young adults and children. His writing style is engaging, filled with suspense and surprise twists, keeping his young readers hooked till the end. His characters often find themselves in eerie and unusual circumstances, invoking a sense of thrill and fear. Stine's impact in children's literature is significant. He helped make horror a popular genre for young readers and has been credited with cultivating a love for reading in many children.

Notable Works ​

• Goosebumps series (1992-1997)
• Fear Street series (1989-1999)
• The Ghost Next Door (1993)
• The Haunted Mask (1993)
• Night of the Living Dummy (1993)
• The Horror at Camp Jellyjam (1995)
• A Night in Terror Tower (1995)