"Horror fiction is entertaining and engaging. Its frightening stories make us think about the darkness in the world. That's precisely why it's crucial to read horror fiction in translation. Besides introducing us to other cultures, horror fiction in translation illuminates the way some of horror's lingering tropes are reinterpreted elsewhere, shows us the role of language, geography, and culture in unsettling narratives, and exposes us to remarkable talents from across the world.
To read translated work is to enter a different perspective, and our lives are enriched whenever we do so. Also, it's great to see how place and local folklore shape fear and give birth to new horrific visions. If you don't know where to start with horror in translation, here are 11 top-notch recommendations."
