Rest In Peace, Richard Matheson

Iconic science fiction and horror writer Richard Matheson has passed away at age 87. The author of I Am Legend, Matheson also wrote numerous episodes of The Twilight Zone, The Alfred Hitchcock Hour, Night Gallery, The Martian Chronicles and Amazing Stories as well as stories that would be adapted to big screen fare such as Steven Spielberg's Duel, The Incredible Shrinking Man and What Dreams May Come.

An absolute titan in the world of speculative fiction, Matheson's passing leaves a large hole and he will most certainly be missed. For more on why Matheson matters - or just to stroll back through some memories - check out Fernando Toste's list of Ten Matheson Essentials here.