Denver Horror Collective is almost ten years old, and like a vampiric child of that age we’re getting into way too much mischief. 

DHC’s monthly in-person and virtual critique groups can’t stop churning out dark fiction, getting people published, and haunting the minds of readers across Colorado, the nation, and the world.

DHC’s events, such as our upcoming “Bloody Valentine” reading on Saturday, January 31 at Standley Lake Library in Arvada, continue to disturb—and delight!—anyone brave enough to attend. 

DHC’s public outreach at local schools (yup!), conferences, and even holiday markets are polluting the minds of the innocent, unsuspecting townsfolk and drawing them into our literary cult.

DHC’s small press refuses to stop printing books, such as last year’s FRONTIERS OF FRIGHT southwestern horror edited by A.E. Santana and our upcoming sci-fi Horror anthology edited by Sara Martinez (submissions open in January at DenverHorror.com).

And, of course, DHC’s members keep selling stories, novels, or even songs (see “Dark Lit Market” for some 2025 publications).

Plus, now would be the perfect time to thank longtime steering committee member and virtual critique host, Jeff Wood, for his years of service. 

Which means we’re now on the hunt for an every-other-month host for our virtual critique—switching things off with the bloodcurdling Joy Yehle. So, if you’ve ever wanted to help shepherd other horror writers across dim pastures (with an eye out for wolves), now’s your big chance! 

Speaking of which, a reminder that no matter how glutted DHC gets on human flesh, we’re always craving fresh blood for membership or to launch your own project under our ghastly banner.

Because DHC is independent, grassroots, and truly inclusive of all backgrounds and experience, we can do whatever the hell we want. So, whether you’ve been a part of DHC for years or are new to the scene, if you’ve got a throat to offer, we’ve got the fangs!