The Fantasy Fan, January 1934 The Fans' Own Magazine

"The Fantasy Fan, January 1934" by Various is a magazine dedicated to the exciting genres of fantasy and science fiction from the early 1900s. Put together by Charles D. Hornig, it's like a clubhouse for fans of strange and imaginative stories, packed with tales and articles that look into what makes these genres so special. One standout story is "The Ghoul" by Clark Ashton Smith, which tells a chilling story about a man named Noureddin Hassan, who makes a terrifying deal with a ghoul in order to protect his dead wife. The story looks at what happens to Noureddin as he's forced to do horrible things and deals with questions about what's right and wrong. Plus, the magazine has discussions about the world of science fiction publishing, arguments about what makes weird stories good, and why certain fantasy stories matter. With letters and opinions shared, it's clear this magazine was all about bringing fans together and celebrating the cool possibilities of fantasy writing back in the day.