Writing
Grady Hendrix
Grady Hendrix is a celebrated novelist and screenwriter based in New York City, known for his unique blend of horror and humor. Among his notable works are *Horrorstör*, *My Best Friend’s Exorcism*—which was turned into a feature film by Amazon Studios—and *We Sold Our Souls*. His breakout novel, *The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires*, became a New York Times bestseller and is currently being adapted for television.
In addition to his fiction, Hendrix has made significant contributions to non-fiction literature. His book *Paperbacks from Hell* received the Bram Stoker Award and provides a fascinating exploration of the horror paperback phenomenon during the 1970s and 1980s. His latest non-fiction work, *These Fists Break Bricks: How Kung Fu Movies Swept America and Changed the World*, delves into the cultural impact of martial arts films in America.
Hendrix is also one of the co-founders of the New York Asian Film Festival, highlighting his passion for cinema and Asian culture. With a creative career marked by innovative storytelling and a deep love for genre literature, Grady Hendrix continues to captivate audiences with his engaging narratives and insightful observations on pop culture.
Filmography