description Novae Terrae Overview
Novae Terrae was an early British science fiction fanzine published in the late 1930s. It is chiefly remembered because the publication developed into New Worlds, which later became an important British science fiction magazine. The title is relevant to readers and researchers studying the transition from amateur fan publishing to professional science fiction periodicals in the United Kingdom.
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When did Novae Terrae begin?
The British fanzine began in March 1936 as a publication for the Nuneaton branch of the Science Fiction League. Its early run is usually cataloged as 33 issues through January 1939. ([Encyclopedia of Science Fiction](https://sf-encyclopedia.com/entry/novae_terrae))
How did Novae Terrae become New Worlds?
Maurice K. Hanson handed the publication to John Carnell in 1939, and Carnell used the English title New Worlds for the next phase. That fanzine lineage later grew into the professional British science-fiction magazine New Worlds after World War II.
Who contributed to Novae Terrae?
Arthur C. Clarke, John Carnell, and William F. Temple were involved in producing the fanzine during the late 1930s. Their work links Novae Terrae to the organized British science-fiction fandom that existed before Clarke's later professional career.
What did Novae Terrae publish?
During its 1936 to 1939 run, it focused on science-fiction discussion and fan activity rather than serving as a normal commercial story magazine. Its fiction was mainly parody or material based on fan doings, which is why the fanzine label matters.
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