Jack Mackay on his debut horror story for nine to 12-year-old readers

“Just because horror is scary and intense doesn’t mean that it can’t be life-affirming”

Author InterviewsJun 27, 2025by Charlotte Eyre

Jack Mackay © Ayesha Brown

When his 12-year-old sister started showing interest in the horror genre, Mackay spotted a gap in the market.

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