Remembering Ray Garton: A Master of Horror and Surrealism
Renowned horror author Ray Garton, known for his captivating and chilling novels, has sadly passed away at the age of 61 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Explore the legacy of this master of horror and surrealism and discover his notable works that continue to captivate readers. Join the literary world in mourning the loss of a talented writer whose contributions to the genre will be remembered for generations to come.
Remembering Ray Garton: A Master of Horror and Surrealism
Renowned horror author Ray Garton, known for his captivating and chilling novels, has sadly passed away at the age of 61 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. The news of his death has left the literary world in mourning.
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Garton’s impressive career spanned several decades, during which he authored nearly 70 books. His works, characterized by their unique blend of horror and surrealism, garnered a dedicated following of fans. Stephen King, a fellow author and friend, expressed his sadness on Twitter, reminiscing about Garton’s entertaining and often surreal posts on the platform.
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Some of Garton’s notable novels from the 1980s include “Seductions,” “Darklings,” “Live Girls,” “Night Life,” and “Crucifax.” In subsequent years, he continued to produce gripping stories such as “A Dark Place: The Story of a True Haunting,” “Trade Secrets,” “The New Neighbor,” “Lot Lizards,” “Dark Channel,” “Shackled,” “The Girl in the Basement,” “The Loveliest Dead,” “Ravenous,” “Bestial,” and his most recent work, “Trailer Park Noir.”
Under the pseudonym Joseph Locke, Garton also wrote young adult novels, including novelizations for popular horror films such as “A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Master” and “The Dream Child.” He further contributed to the Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Buffy the Vampire Slayer franchises by penning several books.
Some of Garton’s notable young adult horror novels published under the name Joseph Locke include “Petrified,” “Kiss of Death,” “Game Over,” “1-900-Killer,” “Vengeance,” and “Kill the Teacher’s Pet.”
Throughout his career, Garton’s love for writing was evident. In an introduction to his official website, he expressed gratitude to his readers for allowing him to pursue his passion. He emphasized the joy he derived from connecting with his audience.
Ray Garton leaves behind his beloved wife, Dawn, with whom he shared many years of companionship. His contributions to the horror genre will continue to captivate readers for generations to come.