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90 YEARS OF WEIRD: Margaret Brundage

Ninety years ago this month, the first issue of Weird Tales was published. In recognition of our big anniversary, we're going to be celebrating all year long, in the magazine and on the website, with articles delving into the illustrious history of the Unique Magazine. First up: Margaret Brundage

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Weird Tales #360: Table of Contents

Weird Tales Issue #360: Table of Contents

We have stories by Brian Lumley, Michael Shea, Jill Bauman and Jessica Amanda Salmonson, plus a special section in honor of Ray Bradbury.

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Maurice Broaddus

WRITING ADVICE: Maurice Broaddus

Maurice Broaddus, the author of The Knights of Breton Court series of novels and the co-editor of the Dark Faith anthologies, talks about his writing process, research and writer’s block.

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Lee Moyers / Weird Tales, Winter 2010/2011

Weird Tales Wins 2012 Chesley Award

Lee Moyer won Best Cover Illustration: Magazine for Weird Tales, Winter 2010/2011

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Call of Cthulhu: The Musical

“Call of Cthulhu – The Musical” is a melding of Lovecraft and Broadway by Brian Hendrickson. The story chronicles Randolph Carter’s song-filled journey into death and madness against the backdrop of Lovecraft’s darkest imaginings.

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INTERVIEW: Grimm’s Russell Hornsby

Russell Hornsby, who plays Hank Griffin on "Grimm," talks with Terry Kaye about the upcoming season and the fairy tale mythology behind the hit show.

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WRITING ADVICE: Carrie Vaughn

Carrie Vaughn, the author of the Kitty Norville series of novels, shares some writing tips with us.

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S. T. Joshi

Interview: S.T. Joshi on Weird Fiction & Lovecraft

Lynne Jamneck talks to novelist and critic S.T. Joshi about weird fiction & Lovecraft...

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Know Your Elder Gods

Since they are very ancient, Lovecraft’s god-like cosmic creatures are Elder Gods. He tended to use terms like The Elder Gods, The Great Old Ones, The Old Ones, and the like rather interchangeably in what came to be known as the “Cthulhu Mythos,” and with no great consistency. This is intentional...

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