Can you give some examples of 'paper ghost stories'?

Another example is the Japanese Yurei ghost stories. These often have a deep - seated cultural meaning related to honor and the afterlife. Yurei are often spirits with unfinished business, which reflects the Japanese belief in the importance of fulfilling one's duties in life. So the meaning of these ghost stories is intertwined with cultural values.

The theme of guilt can be quite prominent in ghost stories. Maybe a character in the story did something wrong in the past, and now they are haunted by a ghost as a form of punishment. In terms of troupes, seeing a figure out of the corner of your eye but when you turn to look, it's gone is a common one. It plays on the idea of the ghost being elusive. Another troupe is the sudden drop in temperature just before something spooky is about to happen, which is often used to build up tension in a ghost story.

Sure. Gothic settings were a big part of it. Think of old castles with creaking floors and hidden passages. The ghosts in these stories often had a purpose, like seeking revenge for a past injustice. For instance, in some stories, a wronged lover would return as a ghost to haunt the person who betrayed them. Another characteristic was the use of symbolism. A cold wind might symbolize the approach of the supernatural.

Sorry, I don't have any specific examples as I'm not familiar with these stories in detail.

A characteristic could be a sense of foreboding. The story makes you feel that something bad is going to happen. Also, there might be a local legend or superstition related to the story. For instance, a place is said to be cursed. And the presence of a spectral figure, like a white - clothed lady or a shadowy man, is a common characteristic.

Sure. For instance, there could be a story where a lonely old man befriends a stray dog, and they end up changing each other's lives for the better. Or a story about a student who has to face many difficulties while preparing for an important exam but overcomes them with perseverance. Also, a story about a magical encounter in a forest where a person meets a fairy who gives them the gift of wisdom.

Sure. A historical drama movie is a good example. The script is written in a way that looks great on paper, with an exciting plot, well - developed characters, and it's based on a true story from history. Another example could be a business case study. It might seem very good on paper, with all the data and strategies presented clearly, and it's based on a true success story of a company in the same industry.

In 'A Christmas Carol', when Scrooge is visited by the first ghost, Jacob Marley. This moment is important as it sets off the chain of events that will lead to Scrooge's transformation. It's a moment of shock for Scrooge as he starts to realize there may be more to the afterlife than he thought.

Sure. A really cool scene is when the ghost hunter is in a cemetery at night and a mist starts to form around a particular grave. The hunter can feel a strange presence and then sees a faint figure emerging from the mist. It's a classic yet effective scene that gives that eerie feeling.

Sure. A novel can be good on paper based on a real story. For instance, 'The Devil in the White City' by Erik Larson. It's based on the real - life events of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair and a serial killer who used the fair as his hunting ground. The book is well - written on paper, with detailed descriptions and a gripping narrative that brings the real story to life.