but first, a secret.
a great big one.
One even I don’t know yet
Until my Ship Comes in…
Welcome to Night by Night, the official chronicle from The Datura Press. This is the story-well where our narrative universe comes to life, one tale at a time. We’re building a new world of interconnected stories, beginning with the gothic folklore of Narcisa Before Narcisa and continuing with the upcoming sagas of Walker and Manton.
Here, we go beyond the page to create a truly immersive experience. Explore our developing intellectual property through transmedia storytelling—from audio excerpts and exclusive illustrations to deep dives into our lore and creative process. Whether you're a reader seeking a new world to get lost in or an industry professional tracking the development of a character-driven franchise, this is your front-row seat.
Follow along, night by night, as our stories unfold.
The Bats in the Belfry, The Blood in the Veins
From bats in the belfry to blood in the walls, Gothic fiction has always blurred sanity and superstition. In this Datura Press essay, we trace the echoes of madness, myth, and memory — from haunted castles to the pages of Narcisa Before Narcisaand beyond.
The truth? It’s in here somewhere…