What is Gothic Horror?

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You may have heard the terms “gothic horror” tossed around in book-related circles. But have you ever wondered what the terms actually mean?

Horror itself can be a confusing genre. When most people think of horror they’re thinking of blood and guts, dismemberment, and characters like Freddy Krueger and Michael Myers. The type of slasher bloodbath movies that were a frequent part of sleepovers growing up.

But horror as a genre is much more broad.

Types of Horror

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