One of the strengths of the horror genre is that it allows people to talk about present-day problems without addressing them straight-on.

WSJ: Why Zombies Are Everywhere

The shooting has sparked horror across the United States and generated much partisan talk about vitriolic political discourse in American life and what Loughner's motivations were.

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS

Horror author James Herbert will make a rare public appearance, holding a talk underground in the Williamson Tunnels.

BBC: Lord Bragg, Roger McGough and Janet Street-Porter