why horror stories appeal to audiences

overview: In this unit, we considered various theories that explain why horror stories appeal to audiences. we examined some older examples of the genre as well as morden versions in popular culture. in this essay , you will consider these theories and examples to write an essay. Essay question: why are so many people attracted to horror stories? Develop a single theory that explains the allure of this genre. In your response, be sure to discuss a minimum of two reading discussed in class. THIS ARE THE TWO READING I CHOOSE : http://www.annexed.net/box/augustheat/ http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:xfkxW0gloTsJ:www.westga.edu/~bjett/new%2520resources/Why%2520We%2520Crave%2520Horror%2520Movies.doc+&cd=1&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us Format and style: Take a clear position cite and discuss ideas from the text 3 Pages include proper MLA heading and format Use MLA style for citations Make sure that the essay: Has a clear introduction , and conclusion states a clear thesis develops only ONE idea in each body paragraph