Is Horror a Genre or a Mood?

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During an interview with DIY MFA, Andy Marino talks about his first horror novel, The Seven Visitations of Sydney Burgess. During the podcast, Marino explains:

  • Why addiction and recovery provide a rich backdrop for a horror novel
  • How he crafted a cold open that created a sympathetic bond between his protagonist and readers
  • Whether horror is a genre or a mood and what characteristics define it