Haunters & Hauntings: Part 2 (Haunter's Tale)

Every scream has an origin story.

The creators who bring nightmares to life all started somewhere. Whether driven by a love of fear or a need to tell a story, they set out to turn their ideas into unforgettable scares.

From backyard haunts to 14,000 square-foot warehouse attractions, to scary movies and comic books, these folks know what scary dreams are made of, and they'll happily bring them to life.

This collection pulls back the curtain on how nightmares are built and the humble beginnings of those who bring them to life.

J. Michael Roddy began his entertainment career as an actor. His encyclopedic knowledge of pop culture brought him opportunities to write and direct. He has created experiences as a prevalent member of the design team for Universal's Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios. During his time there he created and implemented over 100 Haunted attractions and scarzones. He has also created successful shows and attractions for Walt Disney Creative Entertainment including Star Wars, Frozen, Pixar, Marvel, and Disney Cruise Line. He is also a Producer of 2011's award-winning documentary - The Shark is Still Working: The Impact & Legacy of Jaws and 2017's award-winning Monsterkids. In 2018, he won a Rondo Hattan Award for Best Documentary. He recently formed Roddy Creative LLC where he provides creative writing and directing for live shows, attractions, exhibits and marquee events. He is also the creator of Monsterkids - a podcast that delves into the positive influence of horror genre on culture. He lives in Central Florida with his wife, two kids, three dogs, and two cats.