Transcriber's Note: Minor typographical errors have been corrected without note. Irregularities and inconsistencies in the text have been retained as printed. Words printed in bold are marked with tildes: ~bold~. The cover of this ebook was created by the transcriber and is hereby placed in the public domain. THE FANTASY FAN THE FANS' OWN MAGAZINE ~Editor~: Charles D. Hornig Published 10 cents a copy Monthly $1.00 per year 137 West Grand Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey Volume 1 September, 1933 Number 1 100 PER CENT YOURS Every fantasy fiction magazine says: "This is YOUR magazine." Most fans like this phrase, for it provides a very welcome personal feeling on the part of the readers toward these magazines. The business of these publishers is to produce a high-class brand of fantasy, according to the wishes of the fans, many of whom claim that the readers' letters in each issue are well worth the price of the book. THE FANTASY FAN is for such people--those who feel a sense of participation when they read the opinions of others on science and weird fiction, and have their own letters published. The sole purpose of THE FANTASY FAN is to strengthen the bond between the fans, and advance the popularity of fantasy fiction in every way possible. We will do our part by publishing interesting and absorbing articles by the leading fan writers and authors of the day--many dozens of which we now have on hand; occasionally an exceptionally good short story; poetry; and all sorts of regular monthly departments. We will also feature a cash prize contest every month as an incentive to you, the fans, to show your enthusiasm. Remember one thing, YOU control THE FANTASY FAN. You will get everything that you want within our power, and what you do not like will be kept out of our pages. There are several advantages you have in reading THE FANTASY FAN. Besides choosing your articles, you can submit your own. We will gladly consider any of your original material for publication, and if it is accepted, you will be paid for it. Participate in our cash contests, which, you will note, are simplicity itself. You can ask us questions about fantasy fiction, and we will answer them free of charge in our 'Information' department. You can have your letters printed, criticizing THE FANTASY FAN. If you want to make pen pals, let us know, and we will list your name in our 'Penpals Wanted' column. Watch our department, 'The Boiling Point,' in which the most radical arguments will be carried on. Come to 'The Boiling Point' and present your side of the controversy. Your suggestions are welcome. You are an associate editor--flood us with letters. We have told you our part. We can accomplish these things and make THE FANTASY FAN bigger and better each month ONLY WITH YOUR HELP! If you have not yet subscribed, do so now, and insure yourself of a monthly copy. There are only a limited number printed.