 Horror/Scary: May 27, 2020 Issue [#10193] |
This week: Written in blood Edited by: Arakun the twisted raccoon  
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Quote for the week: "Everybody is a book of blood; wherever we're opened, we're red."
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Blood is a major element in many horror stories. The sight of blood, or in some cases, even the mention of blood elicits a fear response in many people.
It is beyond the scope of this newsletter to discuss the symbolism of blood in literature and mythology, but even ancient people knew that it was essential to life. Blood sacrifices in some form or another are a part of many religions, including Christianity.
Legends of vampires and similar bloodsucking creatures can be found in many cultures. Most people react with fear and disgust to real life bloodsuckers such as ticks, mosquitoes, and leeches.
What do the following phrases mean to you?
 Blood sacrifice
Related by blood
Blood on your hands
Bloodbath
Bleeding us dry
Tainted blood
Innocent blood
Bloodsucker
Blood is thicker than water.
You can't get blood from a turnip.
Blood oath
Bloodless
Depending on stories you have read, movies you have seen, or your own experience, most of these phrases probably conjure up definite images or feelings for you. Think of how you might incorporate those images or feelings into your stories. Remember you don't have to use the actual phrase. Concentrate on the feeling associated with it. While the phrases may have become cliches, the feelings they bring out are common fear responses that are essential to horror.
When readers encounter a gory scene in a horror story, there is often a fine line between fear and disgust. A single drop of blood may be more effective than a room covered in it.
Something to try: Write a horror story that revolves around a single drop of blood.
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don't investigate every paranormal activity you encounter...
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A homeless man maintains a temple to an unlikely God accepting extreme sacrifices.
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