Gothic literature recommendations

What do we mean when we talk about gothic novels and what books fall under that category? Find clarification on the pages of these must-reads.

These classic Gothic novels will send a delicious chill up your spine! Get ready for secret passages, dark plots, rapacious villains and brave heroes.

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What defines the gothic genre? This literary guide is jam-packed with genre history and genre facts, the best gothic books to read, gothic authors and more to inspire your reading list and get you feeling ghostly. Starting with classic gothic literature to modern gothic fiction, find the best gothic novels to read. PS: It has also inspired the current trend of Dark Academia. Who doesn't love a classic gothic horror novel? Read now or save for later!

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Here are some of the best gothic short stories you can read for free, with stories from authors like Shirley Jackson and Edgar Allan Poe.