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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 25, 20244 min read
Small Town, Big Scares: How Tiny Communities Become the Perfect Setting for Horror
One thing I have come back to again and again in my horror creation is the horror of small town life. I even have my own creepy town...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 24, 20245 min read
The Must-Read Novels of Michael McDowell: The Master of Paperback Horror
I sort of miss the days of the paperback author. There was a time when many authors, especially in the horror and romance genres, wrote...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 23, 20243 min read
Book Review: The Fisherman by John Langan – A Haunting Masterpiece Every Horror Fan Must Read
I love a book that is a slow burn. I know that is not too popular for the youngsters out there, with their constant stream of information...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 22, 20245 min read
Don’t Go in the Basement: Why Horror Fiction is Obsessed with Forbidden Places
Horror fans, we’ve all been there. You’re deep into a spine-tingling story, and the main character approaches a dark, creaky door that...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 21, 20245 min read
Beyond the Grave: How Horror Fiction Explores the Concept of Life After Death
Death is a concept that has haunted humanity for centuries, and horror fiction dives into the mysterious realm beyond the grave like no...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 18, 20243 min read
Forgotten Films: The Weirdness of "Fade to Black"
You ever watch a movie just one time and, for some reason, you never really forget it? I mean, for me, when I love a movie I tend to...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 17, 20245 min read
The Role of Children in Horror: Innocence Lost and the Fear of the Young
What's creepier than kids in horror? My last novel, Feral , is all about creepy things happening to a bunch of children. When it comes to...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 16, 20244 min read
The Urban Nightmare: How Cities Become the Perfect Setting for Horror
When it comes to horror, we often think of creepy forests, fog-covered moors, or abandoned cabins in the woods. But what about the city?...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 15, 20244 min read
Horror Without the Monster: How Authors Create Fear Through Atmosphere and Suspense
When most people think of horror, they imagine grotesque creatures, terrifying monsters, or supernatural entities lurking in the shadows....
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 14, 20244 min read
The Shining: Novel vs. Movie – Two Horror Icons, One Terrifying Legacy
When it comes to horror, few stories loom as large as The Shining. Â Whether you first encountered the eerie corridors of the Overlook...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 11, 20244 min read
Evil Technology: How Horror Fiction Explores Our Growing Fear of AI and Advanced Tech
In an era where smartphones, AI assistants, and self-driving cars are no longer the stuff of science fiction, it’s no wonder that horror...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 10, 20244 min read
The Horror of the Mind: How Mental Illness is Depicted in Psychological Horror
Psychological horror taps into the deepest fears we hold—those that don’t rely on jump scares, gore, or monsters lurking in the shadows...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 9, 20244 min read
Horror in the Wilderness: Why Nature Can Be as Terrifying as Any Monster
My love of horror started with the sub-genre "nature horror." My first love in horror was Jaws and I have always had a soft spot for the...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 8, 20245 min read
Body Horror and the Fear of Transformation: Why Changing Forms Terrifies Us
Body horror is one of the most unsettling subgenres in horror fiction, and for good reason. There’s something universally terrifying...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 7, 20243 min read
Review: Dark Night of the Scarecrow (1981) – A Chilling Tale of Vengeance and Small-Town Horror
People sometimes dismiss TV horror, but the fact is, there has never been a better time for horror on the small screen. Of course, I am...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 4, 20244 min read
Top Folk Horror Movies That Will Give You Chills
Folk horror is the kind of slow-burning, atmospheric nightmare that creeps into your bones and stays there. If you’re into ancient...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 3, 20244 min read
The Best Psychological Horror Films of All Time: Mind-Bending Frights You Need to Watch
Psychological horror is the perfect blend of fear and mental torment. It messes with your head, makes you question reality, and keeps you...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 2, 20244 min read
The Evolution of the Haunted House: From Gothic Mansions to Modern Suburbia
From the eerie, sprawling manors of classic Gothic literature to the seemingly innocent homes tucked away in modern suburban...
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Bryan Alaspa
Oct 1, 20244 min read
The Psychology of Fear: Why Horror Movies Keep Getting Under Our Skin
There’s something deliciously terrifying about watching a horror movie. You know you’re safe on your couch or in a theater, but the jump...
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Bryan Alaspa
Sep 30, 20244 min read
The Rise of Folk Horror: How Folklore and Superstition Shape the Modern Horror Genre
If you’re a fan of eerie, atmospheric horror that crawls under your skin, chances are you’ve heard of folk horror . In recent years, this...
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