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Dark Tales: A Gothic Journey with Jody Cooksley
As the nights draw in and the seasons change, there’s no better time to immerse yourself in the dark and mysterious world of Gothic literature.
- Thursday 24th September
- Venue TBC upon booking
- 19:00-20:30 (doors open 18:30)
Gothic novels are perfect for autumn, and they’re as popular as they were when the genre was invented. Join us with Gothic author Jody Cooksley for a fascinating talk exploring the history and development of Gothic literature from the 1700s to the present day.
From ghosts and crumbling castles to locked rooms and psychological horror, Jody will explore the enduring appeal of Gothic fiction and explain why these themes continue to mean so much in the age of AI. What is it about dark tales that continues to capture our imagination, and why are we still drawn to stories of fear, mystery and the unknown?
Jody is an award-winning author and creative writing tutor with a love of dark tales. Her novels explore fear, ambition and human monsters, combining classic Gothic with historic crime.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Gothic fiction or simply looking for something suitably dark to enjoy as the autumn evenings set in, this promises to be a fascinating evening exploring the enduring power of Gothic storytelling.
Come along and discover why, after more than 300 years, Gothic literature is still haunting our bookshelves.
