Katie Marie
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Writing Horror: Crafting Disabled Villains without Falling into Ableism
Writing disabled villains presents challenges that often lead to harmful stereotypes. This blog emphasizes the importance…
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Katie’s Stories: The Black Window
I had seen doctored photographs of stairs and freestanding doorways in the woods. I never believed…
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Disabled in the Dark: Unpacking “The Baby”
“The Baby” is a provocative 1970s horror film that unsettles audiences with its disturbing portrayal of…
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Book Review: The Intersection of Horror and Humanity in The Girl With All the Gifts
The Girl With All the Gifts redefines zombie fiction, merging horror with philosophical inquiries about humanity.…
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Real world Horror: The Complex Interplay of Supernatural Beliefs and Psychological Explanations
This blog explores the historical interpretation of possession versus mental illness, revealing how supernatural beliefs influenced…
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Disabled in the Dark: Writing Body Horror that Resonates
This post emphasizes the importance of balancing fear and empathy in horror storytelling. It suggests that…
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Inclusive Horror Cinema: How Accessibility Tools are Shifting the Genre’s Landscape
Accessibility in horror films, through captioning and audio description, enriches narratives and enhances viewer experience. These…
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Easter Horror: When Spring goes Wrong
Easter traditionally symbolizes renewal, but it also offers fertile ground for horror. This article explores films…
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Happy April Fools Day
April Fools’ Day focuses on harmless pranks and misdirection, but it also highlights the fear of…
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Horror Writing: Schizophrenia and Crafting Fragmented Characters for an Authentic Narrative
This post discusses how incorporating schizophrenia into horror can create unsettling, authentic narratives that resonate with…
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