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Trap Door is a science fiction fanzine edited and published by Robert Lichtman, with its first issue released in 1982. Unlike mainstream commercial publications, it operated as a DIY self-published periodical circulated among science fiction fans and collectors. The zine is known for its critical essays, reviews, and extensive coverage of science fiction fandom history. It was highly regarded within the fanac community and received multiple Hugo Award nominations for Best Fanzine.
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How good is Trap Door?
Trap Door scores 6.75/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Zine category. Representative punk-anarchist DIY circulation; valued locally, but sparse recognition and limited documented influence keep consensus moderate.
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