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UA&SC: Willis McNelly Science Fiction Collection

A guide to collections, searching, and accessing materials in UA&SC.

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The Willis E. McNelly Science Fiction Collection

The Willis McNelly Science Fiction collection houses an array of materials chronicling the genre's evolution. Here you will find original manuscripts from influential authors like Frank Herbert and Philip K. Dick, historical pulp magazines, and fan-created works including Star Trek fanzines that document how science fiction ideas have resonated with readers across generations.

Established by CSUF professor Willis McNelly, this collection has grown to include significant works from Latinx SF authors, the Frederick and Patricia Shroyer's supernatural literature, and contributions from Science Fiction Writers of America members. These materials offer researchers and enthusiasts alike a chance to explore how science fiction continually reimagines possibilities and pushes creative boundaries through its distinctive storytelling approaches.

Manuscript collections

Philip K. Dick

Frank Herbert

Book & Periodical collections

Fanzines (Zines)

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