Best Haunted House Books, According to Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Silvia Moreno-Garcia, a renowned horror and fantasy author, has shared her recommendations for the best haunted house books. According to Moreno-Garcia, these books explore the unsettling and terrifying aspects of the spaces we call home. The list includes classics like "The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson, which delves into the psychological horror of a haunted mansion. Moreno-Garcia also recommends "Mexican Gothic" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia herself, which blends elements of gothic horror and family drama. Other notable recommendations include "The Silent Companions" by Laura Purcell, which combines historical fiction and supernatural elements, and "The Elementals" by Michael McDowell, a southern Gothic tale of a family's encounters with a haunted beach house. Moreno-Garcia's selections showcase the versatility of the haunted house genre, highlighting how authors can use this setting to explore themes of isolation, family dynamics, and the boundaries between the natural and the supernatural.