Early twentieth-century fictioneers did much to shape today’s popular culture. While vintage pulp dealers and specialty publishers are two of the means of honoring the achievement of these indefatigable storytellers of yesteryear, PulpFest also celebrates those who carry on the tradition. In 2021, we begin the second decade of New Fictioneers readings at PulpFest.
Whether you’re continuing the adventures of a classic pulp character or making your mark with a creation all your own, it’s great to connect with your peers and share your work with an appreciative crowd. During the afternoons of August 20 – 21, PulpFest will focus its spotlight on author readings and Q&A sessions. A limited number of slots are available.
For a chance to become a New Fictioneer at PulpFest 2021, send an email to our afternoon programming director, William Patrick Maynard, at wpm@pulpfest.com. Please provide a brief autobiographical sketch, a description of your work, where you’ve been published, and whether you’re available Friday, Saturday, or either day. In order to meet our deadlines for the 2021 PulpFest, your application must be submitted by May 31.
PulpFest 2021 will highlight the many ways that pulp fiction and pulp art have inspired and continue to inspire writers, artists, film directors, software developers, game designers, and other creators. The convention will take place August 19 – 22 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh – Cranberry in Mars, Pennsylvania. Please join us for some of the best writing of yesterday and this very day.
Courtesy of the estate of the esteemed pulp historian, Albert Tonik, “The Pulp Writers of 1937” are probably Ralph R. Perry — a regular contributor to many pulps who is best remembered for his Bellow Bill Williams yarns — and an unknown author on the right. We’re not sure what typewriters they’re using, but the one here is an Underwood #6, circa 1926.
