Horror is political and rife with social commentary. If you don’t see it, then allow us to enfrighten you. This collection of accessible academic essays analyzes the ways in which the horror genre—be it in film, literature, audio drama, or any other medium—comments on social justice.

This collection does not offer solutions to social justice issues, but highlights horror’s contributions to the larger conversation.

This will be an ongoing series. A volume will be released as soon as we collect enough essays. Then another. Then another. Whether you already have an essay waiting to be published or just a topic, feel free to pitch it to us under the “Pitch” tab.