The Dark

Guidelines summary

Pays

5¢ per word for originals (on publication); 1¢ per word for reprints

Length

2,000–6,000 words

Wants

Horror and dark fantasy; not a market for graphic, violent horror

Simultaneous submissions

No

Multiple submissions

No

Reprints

Yes, from established print markets in the past two years

Response time

From a minute to 48 hours; query after one week

Submissions

No reading period stated for fiction

Submission or entry fee

None

Rights

First world rights for originals; non-exclusive reprint rights

Also note

Violating the simultaneous or multiple submission rule gets a permanent ban.

Last checked

October 31, 2026