Literature Unlocked

Are you a writer of Gothic or horror fiction? Are you looking for a supportive community of like-minded authors to give you feedback on your work?

Horrors in Progress is a creative writing support workshop where you can share your work in progress with a group comprised of your target audience, led by a world expert in Gothic literature.

What to expect:

1. Bring 800 words of a piece of writing. You will read this aloud to the group. I know! Scary! But I promise everyone in the room will be rooting for you.
2. The group will then offer you feedback on your writing. You get to set the level of critique you would like to receive. For example, you could be needing inspiration for what comes next if you’re blocked, or you might want people to pick apart your prose. It’s up to you! I will ensure that criticism is always constructive, so you leave the session knowing how to approach any issues that have been raised.
3. Everyone will get the chance to read something and receive feedback. You are encouraged to give feedback – provided it’s supportive!

Finally: please don’t bring potentially triggering material (SA, child abuse, etc.). We deal with the horrors as Gothic authors and it’s not my intention to censor you. However, I have to protect the mental health of the other writers in the group. Any questions, please contact me!

Details:
12th July 2025
4-6pm UK time
£10, via Zoom

Spaces are limited!

About me:
I am Dr Alex Carabine, and I will be your host for the workshop. I hold a PhD in Gothic literature, so I have over a decade of experience in literary analysis plus world class expertise in the genre. I have also published short fiction and academic essays, and have also worked as a developmental editor for an open access publisher.