Frank Belknap Long

(1901-1994)

American novelist, short story writer, poet

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Frank Belknap Long Jr. (April 27, 1901 – January 3, 1994) was an American writer of horror fiction, fantasy, science fiction, poetry, gothic romance, comic books, and non-fiction. Though his writing career spanned seven decades, he is best known for his horror and science fiction short stories, including contributions to the Cthulhu Mythos alongside his friend, H. P. Lovecraft. During his life, Long received the World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement (at the 1978 World Fantasy Convention), the Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement (in 1987, from the Horror Writers Association), and the First Fandom Hall of Fame Award (1977).

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Born	Frank Belknap Long 27 April 1901 New York City, New York, United States
Died	3 January 1994 (aged 92) Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
Zodiac	Taurus
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Samuel Loveman · Friend · 1887-1976 · American writer edit info

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H.P. Lovecraft · Friend · 1890-1937 · American writer and editor edit info

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