Katie Marie
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Folklore: The Context of the Bell Witch Legend
The Bell Witch legend transcends mere ghost storytelling, reflecting societal fears regarding women’s autonomy and mental…
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Obscure Horror: ‘Pontypool’ and the Horror of Speech
“Pontypool” is a psychological horror film that transforms language into a source of terror, portraying speech…
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Classic Horror: The Timeless Questions in Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray”
Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray” challenges conventional notions of beauty and age through a…
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Crafting Authentic Writing: Integrating Personal Truths into Fiction and Non-Fiction
Writers often struggle to connect their stories, but incorporating personal narratives can foster emotional resonance. By…
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Stephen King: How “Children of the Corn” Mirrors Societal Anxieties About Neurodiversity and Nonconformity
“Children of the Corn” showcases how horror literature reflects societal fears about nonconformity and neurodiversity. The…
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Out Today! Ink & Eldritch
The second issue of Ink & Eldritch, a quarterly newsletter about writing horror with intention, is…
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Katie Recommends: Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer
Annihilation is a distinctive brand of horror set in the mysterious Area X, focusing on a…
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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…
