🔪 HORROR: The Genre That Stares Back

HORROR isn’t just a genre — it’s a reflection of humanity’s deepest fears, instincts, and truths.

HORROR: The Genre That Stares Back is a dark, immersive exploration of horror in all its forms. From ancient survival fears to modern psychological terror, this book dives deep into why horror exists, how it evolves, and why it continues to grip us across generations.

This eBook explores:

* The origins of fear and why horror came before storytelling

* Why monsters are never really the point

* Psychological horror, body horror, and the power of the unseen

* Horror as social commentary and cultural mirror

* Why horror fans are drawn to darkness

* How modern fears are reshaping the future of horror

Written with a cinematic, atmospheric tone, this book isn’t about cheap jump scares, it’s about the quiet dread, the lingering unease, and the truths we avoid until horror forces us to look.

If you’ve ever wondered why horror feels so real, why it stays with you long after the story ends, or why we keep returning to the dark. This book is for you.

By Christopher J. Standish Jr.