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(1992)
The first comic studio opened, entitled "LIFESIGNS STUDIOS,” and published their first book, M-Team #1.
(1994)
LIFESIGNS STUDIOS officially changed its name to DARK MYTH PRODUCTIONS.
(1995)
DARK MYTH PRODUCTIONS went public in the summer of 1995, launching its first Internet comic, “LIFESIGNS,” named as a tribute to the former studio. During this time Randy Lee Walker was hired as the first (PART-TIME) Editor in Chief.
(1996)
The beginning of this year marked the first hiring of a full time crew: David K. Montoya, Lacie M. Montoya, Kyle D. Dobbs, and a new, permanent Editor in Chief, S. M. Morton. In July, the Company moved south and became a subsidiary to the newly formed “Montoya Entertainment, Inc.” (MEI)
(1997)
DARK MYTH PRODUCTIONS returned to their home state of California, but left an imprint named “SOUTHERN MYTH STUDIOS.” Interested in the Japanese comic movement, the company released its now classic “AYOT NOM.”
(1998)
In 1998 Montoya Entertainment, Inc. (MEI) changed its name to Montoya World Entertainment (MWE), reflecting the numerous deals being made around the world. The original creative team split up and J. Benton was named new Editor in Chief. David K. Montoya picked up the spot as full time artist, in addition to his writing commitments.
(1999)
DARK MYTH PRODUCTIONS soon returned to its old, darker style of storytelling and launched The Hunter-Xydus #1, as well as its new Imprint Hardcore Comics after SOUTHERN MYTH went out of business.
(June 1999)
After a deal with a local night club went sour, MWE was forced to close its doors. Montoya went solo and opened OUTSIDERS STUDIOS. (The Myth appeared to be dead)
(2000)
With renewed faith in the pursuit of his dreams, Montoya re-launched MEI, now calling it MEI2000. He merged with L. Alan Russo Jr. of New Blood Films, creating a Company entitled NEW MYTH ENTERTAINMENT!
(2001)
After breaking the merger with New Blood Films, Montoya obtained the rights to NEW MYTH ENTERTAINMENT and went back to the corporate name of MEI. In March of 2001, after nearly ten years, David Montoya stepped down as Chairman of the company. The torch was passed to Rebecca Lofgren, who accepted his position at New Myth Entertainment
(2002-2003)
Lofgren continued working with the site until late 2002. When an agreement between NEW MYTH and Com1 could not be reached, the New Myth site soon closed down.
(2004)
In May of 2004, David Montoya returned and attempted to resurrect DARK MYTH PRODUCTIONS but, after a few months, he decided it was not truly ready to return. On July 4th, he announced that he would no longer produce material in the comic world. With his new Editor in Chief, Terry D. Scheerer, he unleashed a new style of Myth never seen before. In a tribute to all his past endeavors, he births THE WORLD OF MYTH!
(2005)
On July 1, 2005, David K. Montoya announced the merger of three companies: M.E.I. (Montoya Entertainment, Inc.), Dark Myth Comic Productions and Danx On-line Entertainment, which ran The World of Myth. A new entity formed called Dark Myth Production Studios!
August 25, 2005, Terry D. Scheerer announced in The World of Myth that his first book entitled, “Dreams of Darkness, Dreams of Night,” was published by Gateway Press.
November 7, 2005, Dark Myth Production Studios announced two new subsidiaries: Dark Myth Publications and Dark Myth Comics.
(2006)
January 19, 2006, Dark Myth Publications releases the 2006, “The World of Myth” Calendars.
March 1, 2006, Terry D. Scheerer is named Executive Vice President of Dark Myth Production Studios.
August 7, 2006, Dark Myth Publications releases their first book, Rebecca C. Lofgren’s “Book of Dreams.”
On November 23, 2006, Dark Myth Production Studios announced their third subsidiary, Dark Myth Pictures.
December 19, 2006, Dark Myth Publications releases the 2007, “The World of Myth” Calendars.
(2007)
January 1, 2007, Dark Myth Pictures begins preproduction on Body Bag: the Movie.
March 7, 2007, Dark Myth Production Studios announced the buyout of Horrotica.com from Nocturnal Enterprises, LLC.
March 8, 2007, Terry D. Scheerer was named Chief Operating Officer and Editor in Chief of Horrotica On-line Magazine.
May 1, 2007, the launch of Horrotica.com under the ownership of Dark Myth Production Studios.
May 4, 2007, Dark Myth Publications released their first HARDBACK book, L.M. Mercer's “The Greenhouse Murders.”
July 30, 2007, Terry Sheerer steps down as Editor in Chief for The World of Myth and devotes his full attention to Horrotica.com. Steve Bolin, a published author and prize winning poet, assumes the role as the new Editor in Chief.
October 31, 2007, Dark Myth Publications releases Creep Creepersin's new book "BLOOD LUST ROMANCE!"
November 19th 2007, Mr. Mario Martinez, who becomes the Dark Myth Comics' ninth Editor in Chief, was selected over Randolph Lofgren, the founder of the controversial New Wave Comix.
(2008)
January 1, 2008, Dark Myth Comics Launches First Issue of Ayot Nom to become an immediate success!
June 24, 2008, David K. Montoya Resigns as President and Chairman of Dark Myth Production Studios
June 26, 2008, Dark Myth Pictures pulls plug on 'Body Bag' after continued legal issues.
September 6, 2008, The World of Myth Magazine Begins Its Fifth Year of Publication on the web!
September 17, 2008, Mario Martinez Named President of Dark Myth Production Studios and starts on January 1st.
October 3, 2008, the Board of Directors approves the canceling of Horrotica On-line Magazine.
November 1, 2008, Steve Bolin announces that he will be leaving The World of Myth beginning January.
(2009)
April 2, 2009, Dark Myth Publications new imprint releases Kid's book, Mysterious Journey: Hot Air Ballooning to strong numbers.
April 27, 2009, The World of Myth Magazine Publishes its Final Issue, and is scheduled to Re-launches as 2M Magazine.
July 8, 2009, the 2M Magazine concept is canceled due to a poor economy and low business transactions.
September 05, 2009, Mario Martinez announces he will not stay as Chairman and President of Dark Myth Production Studios.
September 06, 2009, David K. Montoya announces his return as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the company.
December 21, 2009, Publishing Veteran Terry D. Scheerer is named new President of Dark Myth Production Studios.
December 21, 2009, Dark Myth Publications unveils a New eBook Imprint called "e-Myth Books"
(2010)
January 1, 2010, The World of Myth announces its return with issue Forty-one to released in March 2010.
February 15, 2010,Sara Saint John Returns to Dark Myth Publication with a new Book of Short Stories titled, "Black hearts & Red Blood Dreams."
June 08, 2010. Dark Myth’s President and Editor in Chief involved in a horrific automobile accident.
August 1, 2010, New Blood Films announces the acquisition of Dark Myth Production Studios!
Unfortunately, the growth and profitability of The New Blood Films Company division stalled due to advertising and slowdowns in part caused by the cancellation of their new film and their high overhead from purchasing Dark Myth. The value of The Blood Films Company dropped significantly. The total value of The New Blood Films Company stock subsequently went from down.
This would cause Russo to step down as CEO, and look to founder, David K. Montoya, to return as Chief Executive Officer
(2011)
In January it would be publicly announced that due to The New Blood Films Company continuing financial problems, the board of directors agreed to return full ownership to David K. Montoya. As well, they would enclose the New Blood Films subdivision as apart of the package deal.
March 31, 2011, Dark Myth Publications releases "The World of Myth Anthology: Volume II"
April 15, 2011, Dark Myth Production Studios announced the buyout of G.IS.G, LLC.
May 12, 2011, Dark Myth Production Studios Names Terry D. Scheerer Chief Operating Officer.
May 30, 2011, Dark Myth Publications releases Terry D. Scheerer's new book "The Dragon Hunters and Other Fantasy Tails."
August 29, 2011, Dark Myth Publications to Absorb Wholly-owned The World of Myth and Horrotica Subsidiaries.
September 08, 2011, Dark Myth Publications To Launch A Dark Erotica Imprint Called Horrotica Publications.
November 29, 2011, Horrotica Publications Announces Release Of Destiny West's, "LAMIA—THE AWAKENING"
December 20, 2011, Dark Myth Pictures Acquires Broadcasting Rights To New Animated Series "Monkey Ears"
(2012)
January 23, 2012, Dark Myth Publications Names Sara Saint John Managing Editor of The World of Myth Magazine
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