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So, I was looking for some more recently published comsic horror. I came across an interesting anthology of short stories. The premise of every story is that it must be set AFTER of the Old Gods have arisen. As soon as I read a blurb about one of the stories, my brain immediately yelled, "That's a great idea!" And now I want to write a story featuring a similar premise.
I know nothing about the details of the published story, I just know the elevator pitch version - Rich guy builds a house meant to withstand the awakening of Cthulu and his minions. I've spent a decent chunk of the day researching ideas and cobbling together a plot. My question is, should I read the story that inspired me to make sure I'm not repeating what has already been done? I hesitate only because I'm afraid the existing story might influence me (consciously or subconsciously) and I'll end up riffing on what's already been done. What do you all recommend?
I know nothing about the details of the published story, I just know the elevator pitch version - Rich guy builds a house meant to withstand the awakening of Cthulu and his minions. I've spent a decent chunk of the day researching ideas and cobbling together a plot. My question is, should I read the story that inspired me to make sure I'm not repeating what has already been done? I hesitate only because I'm afraid the existing story might influence me (consciously or subconsciously) and I'll end up riffing on what's already been done. What do you all recommend?