The legendary horror author discusses nearly 35 years of Goosebumps, a surprising new collaboration, and a hilarious encounter with Stephen King.
Few names in horror literature carry the same nostalgic weight as R.L. Stine. The legendary creator of Goosebumps and Fear Street has spent decades introducing young readers to monsters, nightmares, and things that go bump in the night. Now, in a new exclusive interview with Slasher Radio, the prolific author is looking back at his remarkable career while offering some exciting glimpses into what’s coming next.
Among the biggest revelations? The anticipated return of the beloved Give Yourself Goosebumps interactive book series, a new collaboration with Impractical Jokers star James “Murr” Murray, and hints at additional projects that have yet to be officially announced.
Give Yourself Goosebumps Is Making a Comeback
For readers who grew up navigating haunted houses, monstrous creatures, and terrifying alternate endings, this might be the most exciting news of all.
During the interview, Stine discusses the return of Give Yourself Goosebumps, the interactive spin-off series that allowed readers to make their own decisions and determine how their terrifying adventures unfolded.
According to the interview’s preview, the books are expected to return in 2027, potentially introducing an entirely new generation to the choose-your-own-path horror format that became a staple of the original Goosebumps phenomenon.
The discussion begins at approximately 17:02 in the interview.
Nearly 35 Years of Goosebumps—and One Important Rule
Since its debut in 1992, Goosebumps has become one of the most recognizable franchises in children’s horror, spawning television adaptations, feature films, merchandise, and countless nightmares for young readers.
At the 5:08 mark, Stine reflects on the franchise’s extraordinary longevity and how his stories have continued to resonate with audiences across multiple generations.
He also discusses his approach to writing for younger readers and how those audiences have changed over the decades.
Perhaps most intriguing is a segment beginning at 14:24, where Stine discusses what Slasher Radio describes as his “one rule” for writing Goosebumps stories—a fascinating subject for fans interested in the creative philosophy behind the franchise.
A New Collaboration With Impractical Jokers’ Murr
Stine also discusses an upcoming book collaboration with James “Murr” Murray, best known for his work on the hit comedy series Impractical Jokers.
Murray is no stranger to horror literature himself, having co-authored several supernatural and thriller novels, making the pairing an intriguing prospect for fans of both creators.
The interview explores their first collaboration beginning at approximately 23:46, offering another reason for horror readers to keep an eye on Stine’s upcoming releases.
The conversation also touches on Stine’s work with Mark Brown and teases additional projects that have not yet been formally announced.
And Then There’s Stephen King…
Of course, no conversation about legendary horror writers would be complete without mentioning Stephen King.
At approximately 29:12, Stine shares a humorous story about meeting the King of Horror himself, providing a lighter moment in a conversation that spans decades of literary scares.
While Stine and King have taken very different approaches to terrifying their audiences, both have become defining figures in horror fiction, influencing generations of readers and writers alike.
Watch the Full R.L. Stine Interview
From the continued evolution of Goosebumps to unexpected creative partnerships, the Slasher Radio interview offers plenty for longtime fans to dig into.
And with the original Goosebumps series approaching its 35th anniversary in 2027, the timing of these new projects couldn’t be more appropriate.
Watch the full exclusive interview with R.L. Stine on Slasher Radio below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Qm2ba5k2oM
For fans who grew up checking under their beds after reading Goosebumps, it’s encouraging to see that R.L. Stine still has plenty of scares left to share.
Source: Slasher Radio — Exclusive Interview with R.L. Stine.
