Frank Belknap Long

Frank Belknap Long (1901–1994) was a central figure in the early twentieth-century pulp magazine era, best known for his association with H.P. Lovecraft and the circle of writers known as the Lovecraft Circle. Born in New York City, Long began publishing stories in Weird Tales in the 1920s, quickly establishing himself with tales blending cosmic horror and psychological dread. His most famous story, "The Hounds of Tindalos" (1929), introduced a memorable entity into the Cthulhu Mythos and showcased his talent for merging science fiction with supernatural terror. Over his long career, Long wrote numerous short stories, novels, and poetry, including the novel The Horror from the Hills (1931). He also edited the influential magazine The Saint and contributed to comic books. Though his later work received less acclaim, Long's early stories remain foundational to weird fiction, and his correspondence and collaborations with Lovecraft have cemented his legacy as a key architect of twentieth-century horror and fantasy.