Morally grey heroes, impeccable gothic vibes, and plenty of Halloween masks: dark romance’s edgy twist on classic romance tropes has been blowing up TikTok for the last few years. But this popular genre, which blends elements of horror, suspense, and erotic romance, has a deeper history than you might realize.

In this seminar, we’ll take a closer look at dark romance to help us understand what it is, how it works, and why it’s so much fun to write. With a blend of lively discussion and creative writing exercises, you’ll walk away with the seeds of your very own darkly romantic story—no mask required.