Understanding the cultural meanings and social-historical baggage of the ghosts and monsters we conjure in our fiction is essential for connecting with readers

But what exactly ARE the new, emergent meanings of ghosts and monsters in the UK today – and how can we draw on them when writing ghost stories?

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Purchase a pass to attend multiple events at the UK Ghost Story Festival 2026 at a significant discount. These are priced at £80 (full festival) or £35 (Saturday events only)