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Screaming for Pleasure

By S.A. Bradley

How Horror Makes You Happy and Healthy. Coal Cracker Press, 2018.

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Screaming for Pleasure

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An homage to the genre of horror, which describes just how much depth and allegory can be found in movies, books, and even music that many people have dismissed as nothing but shock value, neglecting to recognize how horror stories can reflect society’s fears, bring people together, and help us examine our darkest thoughts.

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Who should read Screaming for Pleasure

Lovers of horror stories • Stephen King fans • screenwriters • film analysts • anyone who has ever enjoyed a spine-tingling movie or book

About the author of Screaming for Pleasure

S.A. Bradley hosts the podcast Hellbent for Horror, which explores the horror genre across multiple forms of media, including literature, film, and music. A former firefighter, he also contributes to EvilSpeak magazine and various anthologies, and guest stars on several different podcasts to discuss his experiences and share his expertise.

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