F. Orlin Tremaine

Magazine executive and Astounding Stories editor

F. Orlin Tremaine - Magazine executive and Astounding Stories editor
Born

January 7th, 1899
126 years ago

Died

1956
69 years ago — 57 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A magazine executive and writer, contributed significantly to the science fiction genre through editorial work. Tremaine served as editor for Astounding Stories, greatly influencing the publication. Initially started as an editor in the 1930s, this period marked a time of innovation in science fiction literature, promoting various authors who later became prominent figures in the genre. The editorial tenure included the selection of groundbreaking stories and the establishment of lasting relationships with key writers. Tremaine's work facilitated the expansion and evolution of science fiction publishing, paving the way for future developments in literary magazines.

Edited Astounding Stories from 1931 to 1936

Promoted significant science fiction writers

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