Author: Jack
SCC: Science Fiction Community and Creative Anachronism
Editorial overview SCC: Science Fiction Community and Creative Anachronism is part of the historical vocabulary of science fiction fandom. This entry gives readers a clear orientation before the longer article,…
STF: Early Science Fiction Abbreviation
Editorial overview STF: Early Science Fiction Abbreviation is part of the historical vocabulary of science fiction fandom. This entry gives readers a clear orientation before the longer article, explaining what…
What Is Speculative Fiction? Definition and Major Genres
A clear definition of speculative fiction, how it relates to science fiction, fantasy, horror, alternate history, weird fiction, and other imaginative genres.
Ghods: Fannish Irreverence and Humor
Editorial overview Ghods: Fannish Irreverence and Humor is part of the historical vocabulary of science fiction fandom. This entry gives readers a clear orientation before the longer article, explaining what…
Farnsworth Wright: Biography, Education and Weird Tales Career
A biography of Farnsworth Wright, the editor who shaped Weird Tales during its classic era, with education, editorial career, writers, artists, and legacy.
Pat Murphy: Biography, Birthplace, Books and Science Fiction Career
A clear guide to Pat Murphy, the American science fiction and fantasy author, including birthplace context, major books, awards, and her role in modern fandom.
DucKon: Chicago-Area Regional Convention
Editorial overview DucKon: Chicago-Area Regional Convention is part of the historical vocabulary of science fiction fandom. This entry gives readers a clear orientation before the longer article, explaining what the…
The History of Fanzine Reviews
A history of fanzine reviews as a form of fan criticism, community feedback, bibliographic memory, and publishing conversation.
The Big Heart Award: Winners, History and Meaning
A focused guide to the Big Heart Award, the Worldcon-associated fandom service honor, including its origin, meaning, recipients, and community value.
What Is Tuckerization in Science Fiction?
A guide to tuckerization, the practice of naming a fictional character after a real person, especially a fan, friend, or auction winner.