Discussion Essays

Halloween Special 2025 - The Importance of Gateway Horror

In which I celebrate Halloween by discussing Gateway Horror, and why it is so vital.

Oct 31, 202529 min read

In which I discuss three common critiques of Cassandra Khaw's 'Nothing but Blackened Teeth,' and why I consider them strengths, not flaws.

Mar 28, 202514 min read

In which I celebrate Halloween by discussing vampires, how they evolved and became a worldwide literary obsession.

Oct 31, 202233 min read

In which I explore the relationship between story and presentation, and whether one is more important than the other.

Jul 29, 20227 min read

In which I conclude my series of essays on genre, this time looking more deeply at horror, and what it means to me.

Mar 25, 20228 min read

In which I continue talking about genre, this time looking more deeply at science fiction, and what it means to me.

Mar 18, 20228 min read

In which I continue talking about genre, this time looking more deeply at fantasy, and what it means to me.

Mar 11, 20227 min read

In which I start a new series of essays, and explore the idea of genre, and what it means to me.

Mar 4, 20228 min read

In which I celebrate Halloween by discussing the horror genre, and the many things that make it so good.

Oct 31, 202114 min read

In which I return to the theme of perspective characters, and explore the value disability representation could bring to the table.

Sep 24, 20217 min read

In which I discuss the perspective character of Emma Donoghue's 'Room,' and what speculative fiction can learn from him.

Sep 10, 20217 min read