Richard is admired by almost every writer in the genre. Over 20 authors have written short introductions, either to specific stories that made a lasting impression on them or anecdotes about Richard himself. Those contributing include Clive Barker, Dean R Koontz, Poppy Z Brite, Ramsey Campbell, Joe R Lansdale, Ray Garton, David Schow, Chelsea Quinn Yarbro, Dennis Etchison, Ray Bradbury, Melissa Mia Hall, Steve Jones, Douglas E Winter, Stanley Wiater, George Clayton Johnson, Chet Williamson, F Paul Wilson, Ed Gorman, Craig Spector, Mick Garris and Ed Bryant.