The Encyclopedia of Fandom
Fancyclopedia is an editorial reference site for the history, language, people, publications, conventions, awards, and community traditions of science fiction fandom.
Starting points for understanding how fandom became a culture of its own.
A guide to tuckerization, the practice of naming a fictional character after a real person, especially a fan, friend, or auction winner.
A focused guide to the Big Heart Award, the Worldcon-associated fandom service honor, including its origin, meaning, recipients, and community value.
A history of fanzine reviews as a form of fan criticism, community feedback, bibliographic memory, and publishing conversation.
Freshly edited articles from the reference archive.
A clear definition of speculative fiction, how it relates to science fiction, fantasy, horror, alternate history, weird fiction, and other imaginative genres.
A biography of Farnsworth Wright, the editor who shaped Weird Tales during its classic era, with education, editorial career, writers, artists, and legacy.
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.
A history of fanzine reviews as a form of fan criticism, community feedback, bibliographic memory, and publishing conversation.