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Classic vs. Modern Horror: How the Genre Has Evolved Horror has always reflected the fears of its time. From the Gothic tales of the 19th century to the graphic, psychological horror of today, the genre has shifted in both style and substance. Early hor...

Horror has always been a mirror of our deepest fears. Discover how the genre has transformed over the decades, from classic tales to modern masterpieces: wix.to/Z9e9C9p #HorrorEvolution #ClassicVsModern

Did you know you can get a digital subscription for The Stygian Zine? This beautiful publication features a wealth of works from talented creators around the world. If you are one of our first 20 subscribers, you are locked in at $10/year!
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C'mon, people! :P

Have you explored The Stygian Collection? Our flagship publication is still as gripping as ever. Grab a print or digital copy on our website.
Support small businesses. Resist AI. Happy reading!
#darkfiction #montrealpublisher

Are you an indie publisher? Do you own a small press? If not, do you have a favourite small press?
Say hi or tag a press so we can create a starter pack for readers and writers who want to support indie!
*Note: you must NOT use AI in your publications. We don't want any of that.

Writing in the Void How does one pick up a pen and paper to write whatever swims in their heart when the mundane tasks of the day have taken over the mind?

Feeling too burdened by daily tasks to write? Discover how to reconnect with your creativity and express what’s in your heart in our latest post, 'Writing in the Void', by guest blogger and Stygian alum Samantha Green! wix.to/aYrMQE4 #WritingCommunity #Creativity

Will you be joining us for the Spring Conclave? Even if you didn't start on the 1st you can join at any point! The goal is to write for an hour a day, and 29 days is better than none. 😉
Download the checklist here: rb.gy/kosrhp

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Welcome! :D

The Order of the Written Word: Spring Conclave The Stygian Society invites you to the first-ever Spring Conclave, a month-long writing challenge focused on time, not word count.

The Spring Conclave is nearly here! 🌸 Tomorrow is March 1st. Are you ready to write?
Learn more: wix.to/bTfihG6
#WritingChallenge #SpringConclave

The Symbolism of Birds in Gothic Literature From ravens perched upon crumbling towers to nightingales singing mournful songs, birds have been a haunting presence in gothic literature..

🐦‍⬛ From ravens to nightingales, birds have a strong presence in gothic literature. Are you a fan of gothic tales? Tell us your favourite in the comments, and read our latest blog: wix.to/3lGp4pj #GothicLiterature #BirdSymbolism #BookLovers

How to Get Published: A Step-by-Step Guide for New Authors Getting a book published is no small feat. Dreaming of being picked up by a traditional publisher? You must understand the process.

Attention new authors! 📚 Want to know how to get published? Our recent blog offers a comprehensive step-by-step guide to navigating the publishing world. wix.to/4HnFbH0
#Publishing #WritingCommunity

Sick of Winter? Join the Spring Conclave! Write for 1 hour every day through March and invigorate your routine. Hosted by The Order of the Written Word. Read more at www.stygiansociety.com/conclaves & join our Discord! #WritingChallenge

That is good to know! Juggling multiple platforms can be tough. Our experience here so far has been a good one though!

The Rise of AI in Publishing: Should Authors Be Worried? Protect your work from AI misuse—stay vigilant, report fraud, support ethical publishing, and advocate for human creativity in writing.

Authors! Should you be afraid of AI?
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#resistAI #aibooks #writingwithai

Oh! Thank you so much for these tags ❤️ we're still so unused to how bsky functions over here haha

Montréal’s Best Independent Bookstores Montréal’s independent bookstores have long been at the heart of the city's cultural pulse, not just as retailers, but as spaces where ideas

Discover Montréal's literary scene! 📖 From cozy nooks to bustling shops, these independent bookstores are a must-visit for every reader and writer. Read more here: wix.to/eUMCfz3
#Montreal #Bookstores #Literature #ReadingCommunity

The Appeal of Dystopian Fiction: Why We Love Reading About the End of the World Learn about dystopian literature, post-apocalyptic fiction, its history and why we love it.

Dystopian literature allows us to explore the extreme edges of human experience. From societal collapse to personal journeys, what draws you to these worlds? Read more about the appeal of dystopian fiction here: wix.to/OWx7BTa #DystopianFiction #LiteratureLovers

What Makes a Short Horror Story Truly Terrifying? Short horror stories thrive on atmosphere, suspense, and a powerful twist. Every word counts to create fear that lingers long after the end.

What makes a truly terrifying short horror story? Learn the elements in our latest blog.
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#shorthorrorstories

The Stygian Zine 003 The Stygian Zine A Literary Collection Issue 3 | January 2025 Welcome to "The Stygian Zine," where literary rebels find their voice and offbeat tales thrive. Issue 3, "Slices of Life", delves into t...

We did it! Lulu is officially our toxic ex, and The Stygian Zine will now be living on Blurb where you can buy it for $15CAD, NOT the exorbitant price Lulu wanted to charge. We will be migrating issue 1 + 2 over shortly.
www.blurb.ca/b/12301883-t...

We are currently funding in tandem for two different projects. One is a fantasy epic by
@stygianpen.bsky.social 2 decades in the making. One is a haunted walk through the esteemed halls of McGill University.
Which are going with? Have you backed one yet? 👀
www.stygiansociety.com/scriptorium

So many new creators to keep an eye on! Thank you for following us. 😍 Still working on fitting bsky into our social routine but very excited about it. 😊 #writingcommunity #indiepublishing

Thank you! <3 And a wonderful poem it is, at that. :)

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Hello there fellow kids! #montreal small press reporting for duty. We're big on #writingcommunity activities, publish new classics as well as dark fiction that makes you think AND run an AI-free writing challenge with a super supportive Discord community. Looking forward to chatting with you all!