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Super-Detective Jim Anthony: The Complete Series Volume 1

Matt — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:05:02 +0000

Another complete series collection from Altus Press, this time focusing on the classic Doc Savage clone Jim Anthony, complete and uncut from the pages of the Super-Detective pulp magazine from 1940-43. Volume 1 contains the first three adventures, collecting the Rado Ruric trilogy: “Dealer in Death,” “Legion of Robots” and “Madame Murder.” These also include editor notes and correspondence, and this edition contains an all-new introduction by Will Murray.

Doctor Death Vs. The Secret Twelve, Volume 1

Matt — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 02:07:58 +0000

For the first time, all five Doctor Death pulp adventures are collected in two volumes in this series authorized by the Ward estate. Volume 1 contains the first three stories from 1935: “12 Must Die,” “The Gray Creatures” and “The Shriveling Murders.” As a bonus, Harold Ward’s treatment for a Doctor Death comic strip is included. All new introduction by pulp historian Will Murray.

The Phantom Detective Companion

Matt — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 01:56:03 +0000

The longest-running hero of the pulp era! For the first time, the history of the Phantom Detective is bought under one volume, completely updated! Includes an index to nearly 175 stories, 100s of pages of articles, two unused Phantom story plots from the mid-1930s and nearly all of the Phantom’s comic book appearances. It’s 400 pages of must-own information for any pulp fan to enjoy.

The Secret 6: The Complete Adventures

Matt — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 01:32:03 +0000

For the first time in one volume: all four adventures of Popular Publications’ classic pulp heroes, The Secret 6! Contains “The Red Shadow,” “The House of Walking Corpses,” “The Monster Murders” and “The Golden Alligator.” Includes an all-new introduction by Will Murray.

The Cobra: The King of Detectives

Matt — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 01:25:48 +0000

A slithering collection of Richard B. Sale’s reptile-related pulp stories, several of which are reprinted here for the first time. This selection includes all three appearances of The Cobra, Sale’s early pulp hero. Includes articles by Sale for writers’ magazines of the day as well. With an intro by Will Murray, author of Python Isle.

The Bat Strikes Again and Again!

Matt — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 12:09:29 +0000

The inspiration for Batman! For the first time in one collection, all four appearances of the pulp hero The Bat, as written by pulp legend Johnston McCulley (Zorro). These stories from 1934-35 detail the adventures of Dawson Clade, a man who was inspired to fight crime by a bat’s sudden appearance. Includes an all-new introduction by pulp historian Will Murray.

The Strange Adventures of The Purple Scar

Matt — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 01:22:55 +0000

Dr. Miles Murdock dons the face of his murdered brother to become the terrifying avenger known as the Purple Scar! Contains all four adventures of the most offbeat pulp hero. Includes an all-new introduction by Will Murray as well as notes by possible author George A McDonald.

Will Murray’s Pulp Superhero Index is up

Matt — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 21:59:52 +0000

You may have noticed that in the header of this site is a link to an index. This is no ordinary index. This is the latest version of Will Murray’s Pulp Superhero Index. It’s a fantastic reference for anyone looking to track down every appearance of a character, or perhaps you’re curious to see who wrote a given story. I’m telling you, this is probably my primary source for pulp information.

Well, A-Z have been added to the site. Look forward to seeing some visual changes to the layout soon.

Please enjoy this list and make use of it. And ask Will to publish the expanded version!

The Pulp Adventures of the Hooded Detective

Matt — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 22:25:35 +0000

For the first time in one volume, all three adventures of the classic Golden Age hero The Black Hood, taken from the pages of “Black Hood Detective” and “Hooded Detective” pulp magazines from 1941-42. Includes an all-new introduction by pulp historian Will Murray.

Secret Agent “X” – The Complete Series Volume 2

Matt — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:01:06 +0000

For 41 issues from 1934 to 1939, SECRET AGENT “X” battled the forces of evil in the page of his own pulp magazine. Now, for the first time… the complete pulp series is being reprinted in nine deluxe omnibus editions! The text has been reset and all the original interior illustrations have been remastered. This volume contains the next four stories, by Paul Chadwick and Emile C. Tepperman: “City of the Living Dead,” “Hand of Horror,” “Octopus of Crime” and “The Hooded Hordes.” This is THE Secret Agent “X” reprint series to own!

Ravenwood: The Complete Series

Matt — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 15:06:15 +0000

From the pages of Secret Agent “X.” For the first time in one collection, all five of Ravenwood’s adventures have been collected in one volume, as written by one of the greats of the pulp era, Frederick C. Davis. Also features an all-new introduction by Will Murray.

Thunder Jim Wade: The Complete Series

Matt — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:30:44 +0000

Available for the first time… the complete saga of Thunder Jim Wade! Written by fantasy legend Henry Kuttner, this collection reprints all five adventures of Thunder Jim Wade from 1941. Long discounted as a Doc Savage clone, “THUNDER JIM WADE: THE COMPLETE SERIES” brings to life this classic pulp hero and shows him to be much more than a knock-off! Includes an all-new introduction by pulp historian Will Murray!

King of Fang & Claw: The Complete Pulp Magazine Adventures

Matt — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:28:33 +0000

For the first time since their original publication in 1936-37, all three Ka-Zar adventures are represented in this affordable collection. The typography has completely been reset and the original illustrations have been remastered. This also includes an ALL-NEW introduction by pulp historian Will Murray. This is the must-buy pulp reprint collection of the year!

The Secret Agent “X” Companion

Matt — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:26:51 +0000

The classic investigation of Secret Agent “X,” revised and updated by the original writers, Tom Johnson and Will Murray, including new chapters, images and information! It’s the last word on this classic character!

Tales of Masks & Mayhem

Matt — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 11:23:58 +0000

Back in print! All-new pulp tales featuring Doc Atlas, The Night Hawk, The Tarantula, The Scarecrow, The Black Ghost, The Grey Monk, and Secret Agent “X” and written by Maxentius Andor Scarlatti, Therese Drippe, John L. French, Lance Curry, Michael A. Black, Debra Delorme, and Will Murray.