Some of the most terrifying horror doesn’t come from monsters, but from the body itself. Irreversible change turns fear inward — and makes it impossible to escape.

Discover the major horror subgenres—slasher, supernatural, psychological, folk, cosmic, survival, body horror, and horror-comedy—and learn how to find the right lane for your story. Includes a free Subgenre Matchmaker Worksheet.

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