Reading Groups

Beyond the Tropes: The Chilling Works of Paul Tremblay with Marc Abbott

4 Sessions Sundays, 1:00 pm EDT - 2:30 pm EDT May 3 to July 12, 2026

Online via Zoom

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The ‘With Books’ option includes the titles required for this group at a 10% discount from our Bookstore.

Meeting Dates:
5/3, 5/31, 6/21, 7/12
Online via Zoom

Bram Stoker Award-winning horror and dark fantasy author Paul Tremblay is known for exploring the human condition through terrifying, thought-provoking fiction. His work expertly bridges the supernatural with the realistic in unique ways. Come read and discuss four of his most chilling works—centering on family dynamics and trauma, the influence of pop culture and media sensationalism, and how ordinary people grapple with faith, fear, doubt, and monstrousness in the face of the unknown. Expect a conversational and participation-driven style course where we discuss themes, central ideas, and character.

Reading List:

What to read in advance of the first meeting: Please read Head Full of Ghosts in its entirety in advance of the first class.

Upcoming Programming: Enhance your exploration of speculative fiction with The Strange Worlds of J. G. Ballard with Zack Graham, starting in April.

Pricing inclusive of sales tax if applicable. Please note: All virtual classes are recorded. Please click here for information about our recording policy.

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