The 1970s were not only an incredible decade for horror movies. They also gave readers some of the most influential and frightening horror novels ever written. These books introduced terrifying children, possessed families, haunted hotels, vampires, ancient evil, and psychological nightmares that continue to influence horror writers today. Here are some 1970s horror books every fan should consider adding to their reading list: π₯ The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty (1971)A y