D. S. Marsh - Author
(Donna Marsh)
Not all paths lead to safety. This path leads to stories that include an interdimensional gate, mysterious happenings, and intriguing characters. Welcome!
About D. S. Marsh
D.S. Marsh (pen name of Donna Marsh) writes stories steeped in mystery and shadow, where the paranormal seeps into the everyday and nothing is ever quite what it seems. She is the author of Guardians of the Gate, a supernatural series about a family bound to protect an ancient inter-dimensional gateway—and the secrets that threaten to escape it.Drawn from an early age to the unexplained, Donna grew up fascinated by ghost stories, unsolved mysteries, and the quiet tension of what lurks just out of sight. Her writing blends the eerie with the engaging, from atmospheric supernatural tales to cozy-style mysteries laced with secrets, small-town charm, and just enough danger to keep readers turning the page.Over the years, she’s worn many hats—mother, newsletter writer, editor, conference organizer—but storytelling has always been her constant. Through critique groups and writer’s organizations, she’s refined her craft and deepened her love for character-driven, twist-filled fiction.Now, with her time devoted to writing full-time, D.S. Marsh explores the uncanny with a quiet intensity, inviting readers into worlds where every shadow has a story, and every mystery hides something deeper.
Books
Featured Nonfiction
The Quiet Ones: Stories of Unseen Greatness, Echoes of Quiet PowerTrue stories of quiet strength, overlooked lives, and the extraordinary impact of ordinary people. The Quiet Ones celebrates those whose influence is rarely loud but deeply lasting. These are stories of resilience, compassion, and the kind of power that doesn’t seek the spotlight.
Guardians of the Gate: Book One – JasonA seemingly ordinary family is secretly bound by blood and oath to protect an ancient inter-dimensional gateway. As strange events ripple through their quiet town, buried secrets, supernatural threats, and shifting loyalties rise to the surface. Jason Storm is about to learn that his family’s legacy is far more dangerous, and far more real, than he ever imagined.
Coming December 2026
The gate calls again. This time, it’s Daniel Storm’s turn to stand watch.
Cozy Mystery — Coming Next YearA brand-new cozy mystery series is currently in development, featuring small-town charm, layered secrets, and sleuthing with heart. These stories trade shadowed gateways for coffee shops, community ties, and puzzles hiding in plain sight—with just enough danger to keep the pages turning.
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