Darker Matter

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About

Darker Matter is an online science fiction magazine that publishes science fiction stories. We prefer short stories (500 - 4,000 words) but also consider longer stories. The name of the site is Darker Matter, which reflects a slight editorial bias towards darker science fiction stories. We also consider stories that are closer to fantasy or horror, but with a science-fiction basis. As the site is not being run for profit, and is planning to donate a share of profits to charity, we will also be grateful to any author who is willing to donate a story. We would also consider other arrangements, including paying a share of advertising revenue to an author. Darker Matter will consider stories from any author. We are keen to publish stories both from established authors and first-time writers.

Country of Publication

United Kingdom

Publication Medium & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication: Published 12 x per year

Fiction Closed

Audience:

Unknown

Genres:

Science Fiction

Lengths:

Flash Fiction: 500 - 1,000 words.
Short Story: 1,000 - 6,000 words.

Styles:

Dark.

Topics:

None found.

Payment:

Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word).
Note: We list broad pay categories rather than payment specifics. Check with the publisher for details.

Submissions:

Method: Electronic submissions.
Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.
Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.
Media: Text.

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Dates

Last Updated: 22 May 2026