New prize named for late author Andrew Pyper will recognize horror and thriller writers

Heidi Pyper is advocating for more recognition of horror and thriller writers, highlighting the lack of acknowledgment her late husband, Andrew Pyper, received due to the genre of his work. To honor his legacy and encourage other authors in the field, a new prize named after Andrew Pyper has been established. This initiative aims to bridge the gap in literary prestige often afforded to more traditional genres, emphasizing the cultural and artistic value of horror and thriller writing.