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Memento Mori Ink Magazine

A project of Crystal Lake Publishing (see other related projects).

About

Memento Mori Ink Magazine [is] the premier destination for aficionados of dark-themed artistry and literature. Formerly known as House of Stitched Magazine, we are excited to announce our rebranding, backed by the esteemed Crystal Lake Entertainment.

Memento Mori Ink Magazine is dedicated to showcasing the best of dark-themed artists from all mediums, alongside compelling interviews, insightful reviews, thought-provoking editorials, and much more.

Country of Publication & Year Established

United States
Established in 2024

Publication Media & Frequency

Electronic Publication Electronic Publication
Published 3 x per year
Print Publication Print Publication
Unknown publication frequency

AI Policy

Human-created work only; no AI use allowed

Nonfiction Open

Memento Mori Ink Magazine seeks thought-provoking, non-fictional articles that explore the darker aspects of life, death, culture, and the human experience. We are particularly interested in pieces that delve into:

Mortality and Death:Essays that examine cultural, philosophical, or personal perspectives on death and the rituals surrounding it.

Gothic Culture:Analysis of gothic literature, art, fashion, and the lifestyle that embraces the macabre.

Dark Aesthetics: Articles exploring the beauty and significance of dark aesthetics in various forms of media, including art, film, and music.

True Crime: In-depth, well-researched articles on historical or contemporary true crime stories, with a focus on lesser-known cases.

Psychological Exploration: Essays that analyze the darker side of the human psyche, such as fear, grief, or the allure of the unknown.

Audience:

Open to a broad Audience.

Lengths:

Review: Up to 250 words.
Article: 250 - 500 words.
Essay: Up to 500 words.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.

Topics:

Film/Television: See guidelines.
Literature/Books.
Performing Arts: See guidelines.
Psychology: Death and dying.
Society/Culture: Crime, Pop culture, See guidelines.
Style/Beauty: See guidelines.
Visual Arts: See guidelines.

Payment:

Professional payment (5 or more US cents per word) Professional payment. Details: USD $20-$40.

Submissions:

Method: Online form.
Reprints: Unknown.
Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.
Media: Text.

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Memento Mori Ink Magazine Submission Statistics

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Dates

Last Updated: 28 Jul 2026

We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year.

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