Arkham House

Name: Arkham House
Author: August Derleth

By August Derleth

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A concise chronicle and bibliography of a small specialty press created to preserve and publish a notable writer’s weird fiction, describing the founders’ efforts to assemble manuscripts, secure advance orders, and finance early printings after mainstream publishers declined. It narrates the press’s slow initial sales and eventual expansion to publish other fantasy and macabre authors, details production choices such as a house colophon and limited editions, and explains the creation of allied imprints for detective pastiches and cartoon reprints. The work closes with bibliographic appendices and an addenda listing titles offered but not issued under the imprint.

About the Author

August Derleth

August Derleth was an American writer and publisher, best known for his contributions to the horror genre and for his association with H.P. Lovecraft's Cthulhu Mythos. He founded Arkham House, a publishing company dedicated to preserving and promoting weird fiction. Derleth's works often blend elements of fantasy and science fiction, with notable titles including "A Traveler in Time" and "McIlvaine's Star." His literary output spans novels, short stories, and essays, reflecting a deep engagement with the themes of cosmic horror and the supernatural. Through his efforts, Derleth played a significant role in shaping the landscape of 20th-century speculative fiction.