I just now saw this post, I didn't know he had passed.
He collaborated with Stephen King on a book called "The Talisman", which I read as a young adult. It was fantastical, and I just loved it. I wrote a letter to both authors, telling them how much I enjoyed it, etc. I never heard from Stephen King, of course, but I received a handwritten and signed, personal letter from Peter Straub. I have always cherished that and I still have it, packed away, with other things from my youth.
Rest in peace, Mr. Straub. You were a fantastic writer.
Damn you, Addamant, for turning me into a forum whore! *shakes fist*
_Monk_: What does BB stand for?
_Monk_: Ball busting? hehehehe