C. J. Henderson
Author and critic of speculative fiction
Born
1951
74 years ago
Died
July 4th, 2014
11 years ago — 63 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American author and critic, widely recognized for contributions to speculative fiction. Wrote numerous novels, short stories, and articles covering a variety of topics including horror, science fiction, and fantasy. Developed a significant body of work that included series such as the 'Jack Hagee' books and the 'Pulp Fiction' series. Also edited and contributed to various publications, providing insights into the genre and its authors.
Authored the 'Jack Hagee' book series
Contributed to 'Pulp Fiction' series
Wrote articles for notable genre publications
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