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Dracula Visits the Library, Trinity College Dublin, 24-27 october 2014

Posted on 22nd October 2014 by William the Bloody

This looks like a fabulous exhibition: This week, as Halloween approaches, Trinity College Library Dublin celebrates the work of alumnus Bram Stoker with a selection of editions and adaptations of Dracula in the Library Orientation Space. The Library has over … Continue reading →

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CFP: Daughter of Fangdom: A Conference on Women and the Television Vampire, University of Roehampton, 18 April 2015

Posted on 22nd October 2014 by William the Bloody

Sam and I attended a great conference on vampires in TV, TV Fangdom, last year, organized by OGOM contributor Stacey Abbott with Lorna Jowett and Mike Starr at the University of Northampton. Now, the sequel has been announced: Daughter of … Continue reading →

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Fairytales and Storytelling

Posted on 17th October 2014 by William the Bloody

An exciting season of broadcasts on fairy tales and storytelling on BBC Radio 4

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When Gothic Was Born

Posted on 14th October 2014 by William the Bloody

In conjunction with the British Library’s Gothic exhibition, the BBC are showing programmes on all things Gothic: When Gothic Was Born

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CFP: Monstrous Geographies, Lisbon, 22-24 March 2015

Posted on 14th October 2014 by William the Bloody

This inter- and multidisciplinary conference focuses on the relationship between the monstrous and the geographic. We welcome proposals by academics, teachers, independent researchers, students, artists, NGOs and anyone interested in manifestations of monstrosity in space.

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Gothic Romance and the Phantasmagorical, Manchester, 23 October 2014

Posted on 13th October 2014 by William the Bloody

More events in MMU’s Gothic Festival: Two great talks: Dale Townshend (on “Gothic Architecture, Gothic History, Gothic Romance: Kenilworth Castle, 1800-1830”) and “Prepare to Enter the Phantasmagoria!” Film screening, talk and Victorian lantern show, presented by David Annwn Jones.

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CFP: Daughter of Fangdom: A Conference on Women and the Television Vampire, The University of Roehampton, 18 April 2015

Posted on 13th October 2014 by William the Bloody

We are delighted to announce that we will be holding a follow-up to TV Fangdom. Here is the CFP and more details to follow as they develop. Daughter of Fangdom: A Conference on Women and the Television Vampire 18 April … Continue reading →

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Spectral Visions–Demon Lovers: Embracing the Monster in Paranormal Romance, Sunderland, 30 Oct

Posted on 13th October 2014 by William the Bloody

A synopsis of my forthcoming talk for the University of Sunderland’s Spectral Visions group; more details to follow soon: The Twilight phenomenon has made us aware of a new kind of story about monsters. In these narratives the protagonist, instead … Continue reading →

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The Realm of Gothic Landscape ~ Real and Imaginary, Manchester, 24 October 2014

Posted on 13th October 2014 by William the Bloody

This looks very enticing: The Memento Moriatas present The Realm of Gothic Landscape ~ Real and Imaginary ‘The Memento Moriatas are a group of London-based writers and musicians who tell tales of death and destiny in unique architectural venues, such as … Continue reading →

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University of Sunderland Spectral Visions

Posted on 13th October 2014 by William the Bloody

University of Sunderland Spectral Visions On Thursday 30th October, Spectral Visions is hosting a Halloween treat for you all! There will be papers for your enjoyment. Dr Bill Hughes will be speaking on ‘The Demon Love: Embracing the Monster in … Continue reading →

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