The journal specializes in short fiction, poetry, art, serializations, and screenplays in the subgenres of gothic, horror, fantasy, psychological realism, and now MYSTERY/DETECTIVE.

The Dark Sire Literary Journal (TDS) is an online and print publication dedicated to showcasing dark-themed literature and art. Established in 2019 by Bre Stephens, TDS focuses on genres such as gothic, horror, fantasy, psychological realism, and mystery/detective fiction. The journal publishes weekly features, including author interviews and new works, serialized fiction released monthly, and twice-yearly paperback issues in Fall and Spring. TDS aims to provide a platform for both emerging and established creatives, emphasizing works that have faced challenges in finding publishers due to their controversial subject matter. The mission is to "give a voice to the voiceless," supporting authors and artists by offering opportunities for promotion, such as organizing events, book signings, interviews, and creating promotional materials like trailers and podcasts. The journal's content is primarily available in digital format, with limited paperback and hardcover editions. TDS accepts submissions of short fiction (up to 5,000 words), serialized fiction (9,000 words to novel length), poetry (up to epic length), and art in various mediums. The publication is open to all styles and topics, with a particular interest in darker themes, and does not accept science fiction, weird/cosmic fiction, or apocalyptic fiction. The editorial team includes Bre Stephens as Founder and Editor-in-Chief, S.M. Cook as Graphics & Design, and Maureen Mancini Amaturo as Event Planner. (darksiremag.weebly.com, darksiremag.wordpress.com)

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