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The Final Issue #32
Fall/Halloween 2008

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Going In Style: Caskets, Mausoleums & Funeral Coaches
The Magic Castle: Hollywood’s Secret Realm of Illusion
In Memorium: Eight Years of Exploring the Shadows
Dr. Arcana Bids Farewell with The Hall of Infamy
The Monster Files: Investigating the Maryland Goatman
Artist Spotlight: Tony Mauro and Joana Dias
Madame Endora: The Mythology of Angels and Demons
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue 31 Summer 2008

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Haunted Havens: The World's Gothiest Tourist Attractions
Fashion Spotlight: Elegant Gothic Designs from Kambriel
Madame Endora: The Mysteries of Labyrinths and Mazes
Dr. Arcana presents The Confounding Crest Conundrum
Featured Artists: Linda Joyce Franks and Jesse Lindsay
The Monster Files: The Flathead Lake Monster
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #30 Spring 2008

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Premonition: Omens, Dreams and Visions of the Future
Mysteries of the Human Body: Extraordinary Abilities
Artist Spotlight: The Surreal Visions of Fabrice Lavollay
Monster Files: Bat People & Winged Nightmares
Doctor Arcana presents The Wicked Wheel of Misfortune
Madame Endora: The Celtic Cycle of Seasons
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #29 Winter 2008

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Ghost Ships: Dark Legends & Phantoms of the High Seas
Book of the Dead: Ancient Egyptian Guide to the Afterlife
Monster Files: The Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp
Fiction: "The Magic Word" by William H. Wandless
Featured Artists: Aunia Kahn and Tom Straub
Madame Endora: The Mystical Wheel of Fortune
Doctor Arcana presents The Maze of Many Keys
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #28 Fall 2007

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Eternal Masquerade: The History and Symbolism of Masks
The Haunted Crypt: Restless Coffins of the Chase Tomb
The Monster Files: On the Trail of The Dover Demon
Fiction: Afraid of The Dark by Daniel Clemmons
Penny Dreadful: Salem's Bewitching Horror Hostess
Fashion: The Elegant Designs of Azrael's Accomplice
The Enchanted Art of Jessica Galbreth
Dark Visions by Mark Riddick
Doctor Arcana Presents the Screaming Skulls Puzzle
Madame Endora: Reveals the Mysteries of the Yantra
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows

Issue #27 Summer 2007

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London After Dark: Exploring London's Gothic Landmarks
Red Vamp: An Interview and Photo Essay
Monster Files: On the Trail of Spring Heeled Jack
Sinister Science: Dark Technology & Manmade Disasters
Artist Spotlight: Photomanipulation by Stacey Ann Borg
Doctor Arcana presents The Regal Relic Riddle
Madame Endora reveals the Path to Your Soulmate
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #26 Spring 2007

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The Evolution of Vampires on the Silver Screen
Dark Legends: Bloodthirsty Tales from Nordic History
"The Well of the Elders" a dark tale by William H. Wandless
Artist Spotlights: Whitembrace and Gray Decay
Doctor Arcana presents The Deadly Directional Dilemma
Monster Files: Investigating the Braxton County Monster
Madame Endora reveals the Secret Mysticism of Kabbalah
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows

Issue #25 Winter 2007

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The Inquisition: Terror of the Dark Ages
The Dark Secrets of Loch Ness
Madame Endora: The Lost Art of Heraldry
Doctor Arcana: The Slithering Serpents
After Dark Horror Fest: 8 Films to Die For
Monster Files: On the Trail of El Chupacabra
Short Fiction: "Spiders in the Attic" by Joseph Vargo
The Union of Hope and Sadness by Gail Potocki
Digital Dreamscapes by Alexandra V. Bach
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #24 Fall 2006

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Freakshow: Denizens of the Dark Carnivals
The Black Dahlia: Hollywood's Most Infamous Murder
Michelle Belanger: Psychic Vampires and the Blood of Angels
Artist Spotlights: Haunted Memories and Patricia Gonzalez
Fiction: "The Pumkin Patch" by Jessica Crow
Monster Files: The Pascagoula Aliens
Doctor Arcana: The Sinister Sarcophagus Secret
Madame Endora: The Secrets of Candle Magic
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #23 Summer 2006

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Unholy Terrors: Classic theological horror films
Marie Laveau, Voodoo Queen of New Orleans:
The Bone Church: Czech Republic's Cathedral of the Dead
Doctor Arcana: The Menacing Maze of Mayhem
Madame Endora: The Secrets of Ancient Divinations.
Dark works of romance and horror from Ian Daniels
A study in 'digital decay' from horror artist William Max Miller.
Monster Files: Attacks from legendary "Thunderbirds"
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #22 Spring 2006

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The Darkside of Greek Mythology: Legends of the Ancient World
History of the Tarot: Shadowy Origins & Secrets of the Cards
The Crescent Hotel: Arkansas' Most Haunted Haven
Monster Files: La Llorona "The Weeping Woman"
Madame Endora: Ancient Secrets of the I Ching
Doctor Arcana: The Treacherous Tile Trap
The Fantasy Art of Jason Engle
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #21 Winter 2006

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Midnight Madness: America's Top Horror Hosts
The Empire of Death: The Underworld of the Paris Catacombs
Mystical Manuscripts: Scroll and Books of Secret Knowledge
Enchanting Beauties and Fantastic Fairies by Nene Thomas
Classic Monster Cars and Sexy Devil Girls from Roland Napoli
Madame Endora: Love Spells & Charms of Passion
Fiction: "The Doll" a dark tale by Joseph Vargo
Doctor Arcana: The Confounding Constellation Conundrum
The Monster Files: The Kelly-Hopkinsville Goblin
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #20 Fall 2005

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Graveyard Haunts: London's famous Highgate Cemetery
Lizzie Borden: One of America's most infamous murder cases
The History of Halloween: The origins of our favorite holiday
The Monster Files: The Legend of the Jersey Devil
Madame Endora reveals the secrets of Mystic Symbols
Doctor Arcana: The Sinister Skeleton Key Puzzle
Featured Artists: Joseph Vargo, and Kristoffer Frisk
"Black Heart" a dark tale by Edgar Mason
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #19 Summer 2005

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Vampires of the Far East: Asia's Dark Legends of the Undead
The Rocky Horror Picture Show: 30 Years of Gothic Decadence
Mystical Relics: Uncovering the World's Most Fabled Artifacts
The Monster Files: Investigating the Legend of Green Eyes
Madame Endora: The Mystical Properties of Birthstones
Doctor Arcana: Roving Rat Maze
Artist Spotlights: Matt Hughes and Derry Sexton
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #18 Spring 2005

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Ancient Shadows: The Dark Legends of Sumeria
Believe It or Not! Robert Ripley and his Cabinet of Curiosities
Unsolved Mysteries: Investigating the Shadows of the Unexplained
The Monster Files: Investigating the Curse of the Bell Witch
Doctor Arcana: The Mystery of the Magic Mirror
Band Interview: The Seductive Sounds of Sariah Bishop
Madame Endora: Creatures Of Legend & Mythical Beasts
The Gothic Visions of Newel Anderson
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #17 Winter 2005

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Doctor Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: Unmasking the True Faces of Evil
Vanishings: History's Most Mysterious Disappearances
Ghosts of The Southwest: New Mexico's Haunted Havens
The Monster Files: Investigating the Beast of Bray Road
Doctor Arcana: The Graven Gargoyle Gauntlet
The Fantasy Artwork of Charli Siebert
The Dark Visions of Dennis Thomsen
Band Interview with Flesh Field
Madame Endora reveals the Secret Art of Alchemy
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #16 Fall 2004

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The Phantom of the Opera: Mystery, Madness & Music of the Night
Houdini: Escaping the Bonds of Death
The Cthulhu Mythos: H.P. Lovecraft's Legend of Darkness
The Amityville Horror: The True Story...
Haunted Hollywood: True Celebrity Ghost Stories
Heavy Red: Fashions from Tyler Ondine Whitman
Doctor Arcana: The Perplexing Pumpkin Patch Puzzle
Madame Endora: The Secrets of Casting Bones
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #15 Summer 2004

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Curses: History's Deadliest Forces of Fate and Doom
Zombies: Tales of the Walking Dead
Van Helsing: Literature's Most Feared Monster Hunter
Shadows of the Heart: A Tale of Vampire Love by Sara Lunsford
Madame Endora: The Realm of Fearie
Band Interview with Finnish Rockers, The Rasmus
Doctor Arcana: The Vexing Voodoo Doll Dilemma
Horror Sculpture from Buzz-Works
Fantastical Faeries by Kate Dawidziak
History's Dark Brotherhoods: Secret Shadow Societies
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #14 Spring 2004

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Vampires Among Us: History's Most Bloodthirsty Fiends
Interview with the Vampire of Sci-fi Channel's Mad Mad House
The Viking and the Vampire: Norse legend by Steven J. Rolfes
The Crow: 10 Years...with a Vengeance
Universal Monsters: Horror from Hollywood's Golden Age
Back from the Dead: A Dissection of Horror Film Remakes
Gypsy Secrets: Magic and Mysteries Revealed
Matt Wilson's Dangerous and Fantastic Females
Madame Endora: Amulets and Talismans
Doctor Arcana: The Black Catacomb Conundrum
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #13 Winter 2004

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Superstitions: The Mysteries of Folklore, Omens and Charms
Urban Legends: Ghastly Rumors & Tales of Terror
The Darkside of LOTR: The Monsters & Myths of Middle-Earth
Visions of the Afterlife: What Awaits in the Great Beyond
Darklore Manor: America's Most Haunted House?
Band Interview: Joseph Vargo & William Piotrowski of Nox Arcana
Artists: Jessica Galbreth and Jordan Smith
Doctor Arcana: The Roosting Ravens Riddle
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #12 Fall 2003

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Ghosts: True tales of restless spirits and hauntings
Romancing the Vampire: The evolution of vampires
Nightstalkers: Nocturnal monsters of folklore
Pirates: True tales and legends of terror on the high seas
Doctor Arcana: The Decapitated Doll Head Dilemma
Madame Endora: The cryptic meanings of Mystic Alphabets
The dark fantasy art of Todd Lockwood
The Spirit of Edgar Allan Poe lives on in actor David Keltz
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #11 Summer 2003

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The Grand Guignol: Theater of The Macabre, Torment and Terror
Rob Zombie: An interview with the master of horror-core
Band: KaRIN and Statik of Collide: Some Kind of Strange
Voices From The Beyond: Making Contact with The Other Side
The Men in Black: Mysterious Agents of Intimidation
Doctor Arcana: The Labyrinth of the Lost
Madame Endora: The cryptic meanings of Dreams
Digital divas & sensual sirens by Lady Rhiannon Morrigan
Gothic-medieval photography with model and artist Morgana
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #10 Spring 2003

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Grimm's Fairy Tales: Frightening Fables from the Brothers Grimm
Blackmore's Night: Interview with Ritchie & Candice
Graven Images: The Art & Evolution of Cemetery Monuments
Prophecies: Cryptic Revelations and Omens of Doom
Doctor Arcana: The Serpentine Puzzle Plaque
"The Coroner" a dark tale by Edgar Mason
Madame Endora: The mysteries of the Chinese Zodiac
Artists: Photography by David Alexy, and Sculpture by Sandra Lira
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #9 Winter 2003

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Gargoyles: Sentinels of Stone, guardians of gothic architecture.
H.P. Lovecraft: The father of modern horror literature.
Endless Night: Vampyres in the French Quarter.
Band Interview with Bella Morte on their new release "The Quiet."
Kambriel: Salem's most bewitching fashion designer visits Paris.
Digital Apocalypse from Chad Michael Ward.
Madame Endora: The study and practice of Phrenology
Doctor Arcana: The Ancient Egyptian Enigma.
"The Uncertainty" a dark tale by Paul Melniczek.
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue # 8 Fall 2002

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Witches: The Shadowy Truth Behind History's Forbidden Craft.
Edgar Allan Poe: In The Shadow of The Raven.
The Gothic Tarot: Joseph Vargo's latest creation.
Immortal Passion: Gothic Fashions from Siren.
Artist Spotlight: The Surreal Visions of Jason Beam.
Vamps: Bewitching Beauties & Dark Diva's
Reveal Your Destiny with Madame Endora's Fortune Cards
Doctor Arcana: The Sinister Spiders Puzzle
Dracula Park: World's largest Gothic theme park
Goth Speak: The colorful vocabulary of Gloomcookie
"A Night At The Castle" a dark tale by Lee Clark Zumpe
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #7 Summer 2002

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Werewolves: On the trail of the beast, from fable to film.
Crop Circles: Investigating the mysteries of these cryptic signs.
Mothman: The Curse of Point Pleasant, the true story
Band Interview: Illumina sheds light on what's new from the U.K.
Artists: Dark digital fantasies by David Ho and Adrian Welch
Madame Endora: Fortune and Fate with Pendulum Divination.
Doctor Arcana: The Seals of Solomon
Featured Fiction: "Mr. Bryan" a dark tale by Jason Brannon
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #6 Spring 2002

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Vampire Hunters: The brave souls who protect our mortal skins.
The Crystal Skull: One of the world's most mysterious artifacts.
The Twilight Zone: A look back at of TV's most twisted tales
Band Interviews: Black Tape For A Blue Girl and Die My Darling
Hidden Sanctuary: Gothic radio & tips for band promotion
Faeries and fantasies by artist Amy Brown
Madame Endora: The Signs of The Zodiac.
Doctor Arcana: The Mayan Maze of Death
"Share" a dark tale of hungry gargoyles by Andrew Cohen
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #5 Winter 2002

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The Legacy of Dark Shadows: TV's premiere vampire series
Secret Societies: The Knights Templar, Freemasons & more
Band Interviews with Faith and the Muse, and Dream Disciples
Madame Endora: Love Spells, Charms and Bindings
Carpe Mortem: Michele Mortem discusses her gothic record label
"The Forgotten" a ghostly tale by Joseph Vargo
Featured Artists: Mike Bohatch and Ryan Durney
Doctor Arcana: The Devious Dragon Dilemma
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #4 Fall 2001

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Interview with author Laurell K. Hamilton
The 10 Most Haunted Places on Earth
The Artwork of Joseph Vargo: Haunting visions of gothic fantasy
Band Interview: The Soil Bleeds Black
Edgar Allan Poe: The classic films from American International
Goth 101: A lesson in all things gothic
King and Straub's "Black House", Strieber's "The Last Vampire"
"The Dance Hall" a dark tale by Michelle Scalise
Madame Endora: The mystical art of Palm Reading
Doctor Arcana: The Gargoyle Gallery Puzzle
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #3 Summer 2001

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Necronomicon: In search of the legendary Book of Shadows
Criss Angel: The magic and music that is Amystika
From Hell: On the trail of Jack the Ripper
Fright Vision: Monsters, movies, music and mayhem
"Golem" a dark tale by Aurthur Sturgen
Band Interview with Stare
Artists: Alice Egoyan, Tony Mauro, Sandra SanTara, Frank Walls
Madame Endora: The Gods of Ancient Egypt
Doctor Arcana: Bats In The Belfry
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #2 Spring 2001

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The DarkSide of StarWars: Dark forces in a galaxy far, far away
Countess Vladimira: She'll Love You to Death
A Tale of Two Vampires: Dracula 2000 vs Shadow of the Vampire
"Tapestry of Decay" a dark tale by Conall Pendergast
Band Interviews with Collide and Gossamer
Artists: Eric Muss-Barnes, Ruth Thompson, Kimberlee Traub
Madame Endora: Revealing Your Fate with Playing Cards
Doctor Arcana: The Catacomb Coffin Puzzle
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Issue #1 Winter 2001

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The House That Hammer Built "The Studio That Dripped Blood"
An Excellent Day For An Exorcism: The Exorcist director's cut
Gravewear: Fashions from The Mausoleum Collection
Madame Endora: The Mystic Runes
Gloomcookie: A "squishy" interview with Serena Valentino
Bands: Midnight Syndicate, Diva Destruction, This Ascension
Featured Artists: Bajema and David Alexy
Doctor Arcana presents The Scrimshaw Skull Puzzle
Ebon Flow: News and Vicious Rumors from the Shadows
Plus all the latest Music, Movies, Games, and Books

Letters from our Readers

Thanks for years of great reading, I'll miss Dark Realms.
Thank you, Sherrye Lamma

I'm sorry that you will no longer be publishing Dark Realms. There is simply no other magazine like it out there. A goth magazine with class. I'll miss it.
Pat

Awh damn! You guys are stopping Dark Realms? Aww.. but you guys had one hell of a good run, I wish you all good luck with what the future has in store for you.
Sincerely, Gaeten

I am so bummed to hear that you are no longer doing Dark Realms! This is by far my favorite mag, and it will be greatly missed. Who am I going to bug now that I can't harrass Dr. Arcana (still not sure who that is :) I really will miss Dark Realms. Forever in the dark now,
Brian Lewandowski

I received the latest issue yesterday, and spent last evening sorting through another fantastic compilation of things dark and wonderful. Ii did see in the back of the magazine where you are going to discontinue Dark Realms with the Halloween issue. I hate to see the publication stop, but i completely understand and wish only the very best for you in all of your current, and future, endeavors. Ii have all of the issues, save the very first one... that I still cannot seem to find. They'll certainly remain a treasured part of my personal library.
Dark regards, John

I was so saddened to learn that Dark Realms will be discontinued this year. You know, I only discovered the full spectrum of the workings of Monolith Graphics rather recently. It is unfortunate that I had to jump on board just as the ship was being decommissioned... I wish you all well with your other endeavors.
Joshua Hanafin

I am disappointed that Dark Realms will no longer exist. I have subscribed for several years and I will miss it. There is no other magazine that is even close to the content and style of this publication.
Karl Keiserman

It's with great sadness that I read this letter. My oldest daughter turned me onto Dark Realms a couple of years ago. We've enjoyed your work immensely! I really hate to see such a good thing end. I wish you the best of luck in all your future endeavors.
Sincerely, Steven J. Belt & Family

I'm saddened by the end of Dark Realms Magazine. It was one of the few magazines I enjoyed. I appreciate your support throughout the years and good luck in your endeavors.
Edward Holsclaw

Hello, Hope everyone there is doing well. I am so thrilled to have finally solved and to be one of the first five to solve Dr. Arcana puzzle. But upon reading the magazine I am saddened to learn come Oct. 2008 there will be no more Dark Realms Magazine. I cherish every issue.Thank-you you all for such a truly amazing magazine that has bought me joy in reading. Still A very big fan of monlith graphic and will cintinue to purchase other items.
Yours truly, Joann Wesp

I just wanted you to know how much I enjoy your magazine and how sad I am at being too late in finding it.  They are filled with entertaining diversions and unique articles.  I'm savoring every back issue I bought.  How I wish I could have subscribed!! Good luck on all your endeavors!
Connie Shultz 

Dark Realms Magazine continues to be one of the slickest and best looking magazines covering the horror scene with an eclectic array of reviews, articles, and short fiction... a fantastic magazine; extremely well-produced and designed with entertaining articles and informative reviews... this is one that I will always look forward to checking out.
Tim Janson, The Horror Review

My husband and I discovered your magazine about a year ago, and I must say... we love it. We are both avid horror fans, and we love gothic music, dark art, dark, twisted stories, movies, you name it. Your magazine covers so much of what we like. We are thankful to have discovered it and will continue to have our noses buried in the pages of each issue that we can get. Well done, Awesome mag!
Sincerely, Stacey & James Griffith www.twistedtots.net [04.30.06]

To everyone at Dark Realms: Just wanted to say "WOW!" I've received my first issue today (18) and I haven't been able to put it down. I'm like a kid in a candy store. I am thoroughly impressed with the professional quality of it all (the in depth research, the variety of the articles, the gorgeous artwork, and even the glossy paper!) Congratulations on creating such a ghoulishly delicious magazine for all of us who revel in the darkness and the occult. This is one magazine that will be read from cover to cover in our household!! Thank you!
Dark Blessings! Carole Beasley, Australia [05.15.05]

Just a short word to thank you for being the best magazine I have ever read. My wife and I would both like to thank you for the effort that you put into your mag. It is a relief to be able to find everything that interests us in one place. Once again, thank you.
Noel Howell [12.15.04]

Dark Realms is the best goth zine I have ever found. It's full of interesting things. I love it. I have told all my friends about it, and they fall in love with it. We all want to thank you for such a cool magzine. Thanks!!
Lexis Star [10.27.04]

I am writing to give my thanks for Issue 16 of Dark Realms. After hearing that there was an article about Phantom of the Opera in it, I went to my nearest Hot Topic to acquire a copy. I was impressed with the caliber of the writing for the entire magazine, and especially for the Phantom article; I have been a Phantom of the Opera "phan" for eleven years and it has been a long time since I have read such an accurate and thorough, yet concise article. My praise and appreciation to Mr. Ruthven for writing the article, to the editor and staff for featuring it, and also to Mr. Vargo for the lovely cover art depicting Red Death. The quality of the entire magazine was a breath of fresh air from the mainstream work I find at newsstands and I look forward to the next issue.
Morgaine Angelowe [10.21.04]

Intelligent and completely absorbing... Dark Realms has everything you could ask for in a magazine. Interesting articles on history, artists, monsters, things we've always wanted to know more about, as well as things we may have forgotten about; little puzzles and conundrums, reviews of books, movies, music and video games. They even touch a little on gothic fashion. I'm already eager for my next issue!
Morgana, Amazon.com customer review [10.10.04]

A review of issue 15 from Chateau Bizarre

I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your magazine. The first issue I bought was issue #6 from Hot Topic. I then bought as many back issues as I could and have subscribed ever since. I have every single issue except #1. I love reading your magazine and anticipate it in the mail. It's a wonderful compilation of Gothic art, music, writing and culture. Keep up the good work!
Jennifer Bowen [8.17.04]

Highly Impressive... Dark Realms is in a league of it's own. It's not bulked full of advertisements and nonsense gibberish like you see in other magazines. There is so much information and interesting articles wrapped in atmospheric artistic beauty to enthrall the soul.
Dembraced, Amazon.com customer review [4.17.04]

For those of you who enjoy "exploring the shadows of art, music, and culture" as much as I do, this magazine is for you! I discovered this magazine after looking at a band's website, and shortly thereafter rushed out to buy it. I have since devoured the issue and become a subscriber.
       Dark Realms has it all. I really enjoy this magazine because it doesn't focus its content on one or two things, but rather encompasses all aspects and angles of the gothic genre and culture. Yet another plus is the fact that, unlike many magazines on the stands today, this one isn't bogged-down by advertisements. You don't have to turn past ten pages of ads between articles and reviews...
       For those of you bored with the monotony of most of the magazines out there, and those of you who thoroughly enjoy the gothic subculture, Dark Realms is a must have! I've never seen a magazine quite as well put together and comprehensive as this one. You will not be disappointed...
Jennie Thompson, Amazon.com customer review [10.02.03]

This quarterly feast-for-the-eyes is so beautiful that we feel Dark Realms should be designated first as a quarterly of pop-gothic art. Dark Realms offers a visual cornucopia in every issue: photos, insets, calligraphy and runes... stunning artwork adorns each and every page. Even the ads (and there aren't too many) are visual stunners. We're deeply, deeply attracted and swooning under the Siren's spell.

We heartily recommend Dark Realms. It's a quarterly treasure trove that will captivate your senses. In addition to fiction and visual delights, Dark Realms offers thoughtful essays, interviews with bands, artists, and writers, and also articles on occult topics. A great print pub all the way around...
Daniel E. Blackston & Lady E. [4.16.02] Firebrand Fiction Reviews

Every single thing about this magazine is awesome! Finally, something I can devour cover to cover. Thank you so much!
Veronica Cirami

I must say that Dark Realms is great. I love it, my friends love it. The artwork is beautiful and captivating, not to mention the articles and the reviews. I just want to thank everyone at Monolith Graphics for putting out a magazine that I and everyone can enjoy.
Patrick O'neill

I just wanted to compliment you on a wonderful and enjoyable magazine. I absolutely love it! I read through your first two issues, and unlike other gothic magazines, yours is very informative and a great read. I would recommend this to anyone. I love everything from the pictures, to the stories, to the reviews on music and books. Keep up the good work.
Allison Chien

Thanks for producing such an amazingly cool magazine. From the very first impression of the cover to a quick oogling flick through, I knew that I loved it!!! My friend and I both think it's one of the best magazines ever. It has everything, interesting articles, fantastic pictures, gorgeous illustrations and just a little bit of everything. Great cd reviews, great book reviews, film goss, cool links, I'm soooo impressed! I will devour them over and over until we get our next installment... All the best for the magazine may it continue for a very long time.
Sabine, Australia 

Dear friends, I would like to take this time to say how much I enjoy Dark Realms. I have been looking for a magazine to fill the void---and to say that you have filled that void is an understatement. Best wishes to all involved, and continued success!
Neal, United Kingdom 

I just wanted to say kudos to everyone at Dark Realms!!! Your magazine is excellent, and I especially loved the article on Hammer films. Much continued success!
Amaryllis

I received Dark Realms a week ago, and I can't put it down. I love Joseph Vargo's art, and all the articles were great, especially the music reviews, the fashion and art. The magazine itself is done so exquisitely, that I would frame it!
Monse, Chile 

I got Dark Realms today! I am so pleased, excited and honored to be included in your gorgeous publication!
Kimberlee Traub (Artist)

The quality of the graphics, writing and overall tone is awe inspiring. There is everything in here from music, game and book reviews to stories, fashion, and the priceless artwork of Joseph Vargo.
Mike Ventarola, Hidden Sanctuary (Online Radio)

Wow, we just got our copies yesterday. Thank you soooooooooo much, it's an excellent magazine and you did a great job putting the interview together. We really liked your choice of photo's, especially the opening one for the piece, we have never seen that one in print before. Anyway we really appreciate your wonderful coverage of us and such a fine magazine. We wish you much continued success.
KaRiIN & Statik, Collide (Band)

I just can't congratulate you all enough. Dark Realms looks incredible and was thoroughly enjoyable. Absolutely top-notch work. I really loved the spotlight on Hammer Studios. I'm so honored we could be part of the first issue. Keep it up! You rule the school.
Dru, This Ascension (Band)

We were very thrilled to receive our copies of Dark Realms and we were likewise impressed by the continued quality of your magazine! I also wanted to compliment you once again on the Madame Endora palmistry spread. That was very cool! I really like the way that four-page feature turned out. Goth 101 was nice too!
Michael Riddick, The Soil Bleeds Black (Band)

I must say that I am extremely impressed with both the magazine and your very generous coverage of the Machine in the Garden. The layout of the magazine is really impressive as is the quality of the writing and the subject matter. I guess I am not generally impressed by most goth style magazines, but I have to say that I was very pleasantly surprised by the quality of what you all are doing.
Summer, The Machine In The Garden (Band)