
by Amanda Breeden, J Wren Pennington, and Alexandria Robison, Adult Services Librarians | October 10, 2025
Step into the shadowy corridors of classic gothic and horror fiction as we explore chilling tales that have been transformed from the written word to the silver screen. Whether you’re a fan of creaking floorboards, unreliable narrators, or decaying mansions with secrets to tell, this cinematic journey through literary horror will leave you haunted in the best way.
Gothic Horror is a literary genre that blends horror, romance, and the supernatural. Often taking place in dark and mysterious places, they explore themes of madness, isolation, and the uncanny.
These classic tales offer timeless explorations of fear, morality, and the unknown. These stories continue to captivate readers with their unforgettable characters, and chilling stories that tap into our deepest fears.
These tales are filled with creepy atmosphere, chilling mysteries, and the thrill of discovering what dark secrets lurk behind familiar walls that suddenly feel anything but safe.