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90's Horror Show Creator Talks Selling His Idea to Nickelodeon, Writing and Legacy

90's Horror Show Creator Talks Selling His Idea to Nickelodeon, Writing and Legacy

Update: 2025-04-15
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In this episode of Eyewitness History, we dive into the imagination of D.J. MacHale—the bestselling author behind the Pendragon series and the co-creator of the iconic Nickelodeon show Are You Afraid of the Dark? From creepy campfire tales to interdimensional adventures, MacHale shares how he built entire worlds, scared a generation of kids (in a good way), and navigated a career spanning books, film, and television.

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90's Horror Show Creator Talks Selling His Idea to Nickelodeon, Writing and Legacy

90's Horror Show Creator Talks Selling His Idea to Nickelodeon, Writing and Legacy

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