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Are We Just a Band of Pirates?
The aphorism ‘standing on the shoulders of giants’ (and variations thereof) is a metaphor for expanding on the knowledge gained by thinkers who came before. Its first documented expression occurred in written works from the 12th century. The original metaphor was a tribute to the ancient Greek and Roman scholars, and referred to medieval dwarves…
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Shivers Down Your Spine: The Thrill of Horror
Have you ever felt a chill run down your spine when you heard a strange sound while home alone? Or that eerie sensation of being watched, even when no one else is around? These reactions are not just clichés from horror movies—they are deeply ingrained in our ancestral heritage.Let’s dive into the culture and curiosities…
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The Horror Of Talking To Other People
For all of my life, I’ve thought of myself as an introvert. I’ve been described by others as shy, reclusive, socially awkward. I remember a conversation with my mother, when she diagnosed me as “high-functioning autistic,” which at the time I thought was funny, until I later shared her diagnosis with friends and family, who…
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Happy New Year!
“Never read any book that is not a year old.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson By that logic, you should now start reading the books you got for Christmas of 2023. Hi there! Pretty sure I’m the last one to wish you a happy new year, but don’t blame me; I didn’t put Thursday on the…
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A FORK IN THE ROAD TO HORROR
“When you are consumed with thoughts, write. When you are uninspired, read.” -Stephen King I came across this quote scrolling online Monday, and I have to say, the second half fits me. While many authors say to put your butt in the seat and write every day, that has only worked for me twice. Once…
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Long and Short Form Horror Comics
I have long been a fan of scary comic books. When I was a kid, if something proved too scary, I could shut the book fast. Then I could slowly pull back the page until I was ready to face my fear. Even then, a good writer and a good artist could hold me transfixed…
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Death, the Great Motivator
Fifty years ago, when I was 22, I never thought of death. Today, it is ever on my mind. The Stoic philosopher Seneca advised us to live each day as though it were our entire life. The point being that today may in fact see us draw our final breath. So live each day purposely…
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Horror and Myth: Monsters Around the World
Monsters have always been part of human imagination, lurking in the shadows, whispering terror, and fascination. Every culture has its version of things that go bump in the night, born from the fear of the unknown and shaped by the unique minds of their creators. These creatures—vampires, werewolves, vengeful spirits, and many more—are echoes of…
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