A Penny Dreadful is a melodramatic short novel from the turn of the last century. A Penny Dreadful might not have elaborate grammar, beautiful prose, or a convincing plot, but it will probably include drama, true love, evil villains, duels, and long-lost relatives.

My Penny Dreadfuls begin with the story of the young Amaryllis Black. There should be a new installment posted every Wednesday.