Books in the Weird Tales series

First published in 1977, The Weird Tales Story by Robert Weinberg is a comprehensive history of Weird Tales, the legendary pulp magazine that shaped the landscape of fantasy, horror, and science fiction. Covering the magazine's influential run from its debut in 1923, the book explores the lives and works of its most famous contributors, including H.P. Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, and Clark Ashton Smith.Weinberg provides an in-depth look at the magazine's evolution, its editors, and the impact it had on speculative fiction. Filled with behind-the-scenes insights, rare photographs, and discussions of classic stories, The Weird Tales Story is an essential resource for fans of pulp fiction, horror literature, and genre history.

The White Isle is a fantasy novel by Darrell Schweitzer, first published in 1989. The story follows Prince Evnos of Iankoros, who, after losing his wife in childbirth, delves into magic and embarks on a perilous journey to the underworld to reclaim her from the god of death. His descent reveals a realm of unending torment, challenging his beliefs and altering his destiny. The narrative draws inspiration from the Orpheus myth and has been described by the author as "the story of Prospero gone bad."