Script to Scream: A Novel

A washed-up scream queen. A deadly comeback. One last chance to be the final girl.

Jennifer Hawkins was once a legendary final girl, the face of a cult slasher franchise that defined an era of blood-soaked cinema. Now an aging actress clinging to relevance, she’s offered a mysterious opportunity to revive her career - only to discover the project comes with a terrifying price. As the production moves forward, brutal horror crimes begin to mirror scenes from classic horror slashers, and Jennifer realizes someone is turning Hollywood nostalgia into a real-world killing spree.

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This sharp Hollywood horror satire blends slasher and horror thrills with biting humor, delivering a fast-paced aging actress thriller that skewers fame, fandom, and the entertainment industry’s obsession with youth. Part funny horror, part relentless thriller, Script to Scream pulls readers behind the scenes of moviemaking, where egos are fragile, secrets are deadly, and survival depends on knowing the rules of satirical horror better than the killer does.

Inside this chilling and darkly comedic novel:

• A genre-savvy horror satire packed with tension, twists, and bloodshed
• Clever nods to satirical ghost stories and classic slasher tropes
• Gruesome horror crimes driven by obsession and celebrity worship
• A twisted serial killer mystery with a fearless, unforgettable final girl

Perfect for fans of funny horror, satirical horror, and high-stakes slashers, Script to Scream is a scream-soaked thriller that proves in Hollywood, the scariest role is trying to stay relevant.

James Hicks is a media producer, author, and lifelong film enthusiast with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Production from the University of Lincoln. He is the co-creator of the hit YouTube channel The Simpsons Theory, which boasts over 560,000 subscribers and a passionate global following. James is also the co-author of the acclaimed pop culture book The Simpsons Secret: A Cromulent Guide to How The Simpsons Predicted Everything! His work blends sharp wit, deep fandom, and a love for storytelling across genres.

Lydia Hicks is a writer, researcher, and pop culture aficionado who shares a deep love for horror, satire, and all things cinematic. Together with James, she has co-authored books and contributed to the vibrant community around The Simpsons Theory, bringing a unique blend of humor, insight, and creativity to every project.

Together, James and Lydia Hicks craft stories that celebrate genre, nostalgia, and the fans who keep cult classics alive. Script to Scream is their latest collaboration—a darkly funny meta-horror novel that explores the thrills and terrors of fame, fandom, and survival. They live in Kent, England.