darkish fiction

Stories for the darkishly minded

Darkish Fiction is a shared world told through novels, short stories, shadows, and fragments. From grey to black, its stories range from full series to standalones across dark urban fantasy, folk horror, and supernatural horror, all anchored in the paranormal and supernatural. Each story stands alone as a complete and satisfying read, while an in‑world blog quietly reveals hidden lore and forgotten history for those who choose to look closer.

Pick your poison

Multi-book series to short stories.

Dark Urban Fantasy

Darker than average Urban Fantasy. Character driven plots dip a toe into Dystopia. Blood and action in equal measures. This is the world of the anti-hero.

Folk Horror

Paranormal elements intertwine with psychologically driven plots. Characters run from flawed to freaky. Settings are realistic. Atmospheres are claustrophobic.

featured release

Demons are rising. Cities are falling. Isn’t it time you picked a side?

The Dark Urban Rising trilogy is a supernatural thriller set on the streets of modern-day Turin, London, and Detroit. It treads lightly in the darkness, with not a small amount of blood and gritty humour. The box set includes all three books: Fighting Spirit, Hero Worship, and Raw Deal and is available in ebook and print versions.

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Box Set Cover of Dark Urban Rising Trilogy

I recommend the entire series

This is a most satisfying read. I’ve read a considerable amount of urban fantasy and this one is right up there with the best. The characters are original and each one has her/his appeal and an interesting character arc. The plot keeps you turning pages through this dark world where demons are gaining on humans. I recommend the entire series.

Goodreads Review of Dark Urban Rising

★★★★★

Books

Book Cover of Fighting Spirit by S M Henley

Book Cover of Hero Worship by S M Henley

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