Well, one way to make money is to submit your horror tales to established publishers and get a book deal. Also, consider self-publishing and promoting on social media to build a fan base and attract potential sponsors or advertisers.
One way to make joke horror stories is by mixing up the characters. Take a vampire and a clumsy dentist. The vampire goes to the dentist because his fangs are crooked. The dentist is so scared at first but then starts trying to fix the fangs in a really comical way with oversized tools.
To make telling horror stories more engaging, vary your voice. Whisper when something creepy is about to happen or use a deep, menacing tone for the villain. Also, involve the audience. Ask them what they would do in the situation of the characters in the story. This makes them more invested.
You can start by building a strong online presence and promoting your stories on social media to attract readers. Also, consider joining relevant writing communities to get feedback and build a fan base.
To make a horror story, think about people's deepest fears, such as the fear of the dark or being alone. You can base your story on a real - life horror, like a serial killer case, but add a supernatural twist to it. Use vivid and descriptive language to set the mood. For example, 'The moonless night was as black as ink, and the wind howled like a banshee through the desolate graveyard.'
To make a horror story, think about people's common fears. Isolation can be a great element. Imagine a person stranded on a deserted island at night. Add some supernatural elements, such as a ghostly voice that calls their name from the ocean. Use vivid descriptions of the environment to create an eerie atmosphere. The cold wind blowing through the palm trees, the sound of waves crashing in an almost menacing way. And don't forget to create a sense of dread throughout the story. Let the character feel like they're being watched even when there's no one around.
You can also create a joke by making the villain or the source of horror seem comical in a brief moment. Let's say the monster in the story is a huge, hairy beast. The character might joke, 'You know, you really need a haircut. With all that hair, you must be seeing the world through a furry curtain!' This turns the scary into something silly for a moment.
You need to come up with a really original story idea. Something that hasn't been done before. Maybe a unique monster or a creepy setting no one's thought of.