Roisin Lanigan's debut novel, "I Want to Go Home But I'm Already There," explores modern despair through a haunted house lens, focusing on a millennial couple coping with the pressures of renting. Lanigan's background in journalism influences her writing, which transitions from factual reporting to fictional character creation. Motivated by her experiences in the London rental market post-pandemic, she examines themes of ownership, psychological burdens, and the unique challenges faced by young renters today. The book redefines traditional horror by reflecting on these very modern dilemmas.
"When you look at traditional horror and ghost stories, the women are always selfless. I wonder what the equivalent is for us, as millennials who rent?"
"It's a strange departure from one where everything is factual and you can't make up quotes. I took a long time to take [fiction] seriously."
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