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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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Who published the science-fiction zine Trap Door?
Trap Door was edited and published by Robert Lichtman. Its first issue appeared in 1982 as a DIY publication for science-fiction fans and collectors.
What was Trap Door about?
Trap Door covered science-fiction fandom, authors, publications, and collector interests rather than following the format of a commercial newsstand magazine. Its value comes partly from its fan-made perspective and historical record of the genre community.
How was Trap Door distributed?
It circulated through the science-fiction fan network, including direct sales, subscriptions, and exchanges between collectors. As a self-published zine, its print run and availability were much smaller than those of mainstream magazines.
Why do collectors look for Trap Door?
Collectors value early issues because they document science-fiction fandom during the 1980s. Robert Lichtman's role as editor and the zine's 1982 start make issue provenance important when identifying copies.
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