The Top Short Story Publishers for Crime and Noir Fiction

Here are some of the top short story publishers for crime and noir fiction:

1. Akashic Books - An independent publisher that focuses on publishing crime fiction, including anthologies of noir fiction set in specific cities around the world, as well as novels and nonfiction.

2. Hard Case Crime - An independent publisher that specializes in publishing hardboiled crime fiction, both reprints of classic novels and new works by established and emerging authors.

3. Noir Nation - A literary magazine that publishes crime fiction, noir fiction, and dark poetry. They also publish an annual anthology of their best stories.

4. Crime Factory - An independent publisher that publishes crime fiction, noir fiction and suspense fiction in the form of anthologies, novels and novellas

5. Thuglit - A literary magazine that publishes crime fiction, noir fiction, and dark poetry. They also publish an annual anthology of their best stories.

6. All Due Respect - A literary magazine that publishes crime fiction, noir fiction, and dark poetry. They also publish an annual anthology of their best stories.

7. Shotgun Honey - A literary magazine that publishes crime fiction, noir fiction, and dark poetry. They also publish an annual anthology of their best stories.

8. Out of the Gutter - A literary magazine that publishes crime fiction, noir fiction, and dark poetry. They also publish an annual anthology of their best stories.

It's important to note that each publisher has their own submission guidelines and it's important to read and follow them before submitting your work. Additionally, it's a good idea to familiarize yourself with the type of stories and style the publisher typically publishes before submitting your work.