new Sherlock Holmes stories List of horror fiction authors List of people from Wisconsin Mark Schorer Sherlock Holmes pastiches Notes References Meudt, Edna. 'August Derleth: "A simple, honorable man",' Wisconsin Academy Review, 19:2 (Summer, 1972) 8–11. Schorer, Mark. "An Appraisal of the Work of August Derleth", The Capital Times, July 9, 1971. Further reading Robert Bloch. "Two Great Editors". Is No 4 (Oct 1971). Reprint in Bloch's Out of My Head. Cambridge MA: NESFA Press, 1986, 71–79. Lin Carter. "A Day in Derleth Country". Is No 4 (Oct 1971). Reprint in Crypt of Cthulhu 1, No 6. John Howard. "The Ghosts of Sauk County". All Hallows 18 (1998); in Howard's Touchstones: Essays on the Fantastic. Staffordshire UK: Alchemy Press, 2014. David E. Schultz and S.T. Joshi (eds). Eccentric, Impractical Devils: The Letters of August Derleth and Clark Ashton Smith. NY: Hippocampus Press, 2020. External links The August Derleth Society A biography August Derleth Bibliography Derleth Collection guides at University of Wisconsin Libraries: papers; comics Derleth Collection guide at Syracuse University Works 1909 births 1971 deaths University of Wisconsin–Madison alumni American short story writers American mystery writers American speculative fiction editors 20th-century American novelists Cthulhu Mythos writers American horror writers People from Sauk City, Wisconsin Novelists from Wisconsin Science fiction editors Solar Pons Anthologists American male novelists American male short story writers Catholics from Wisconsin 20th-century Roman Catholics Writers from Wisconsin Weird fiction writers 20th-century American male writers
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        "QUESTION: Who was August Derleth?": "ANSWER: August Derleth was an American author known for his work in horror fiction, science fiction, and mystery genres.",
        "QUESTION: What were some notable works related to August Derleth?": "ANSWER: Some notable works related to August Derleth include Sherlock Holmes pastiches, notes, references, and various essays.",
        "QUESTION: Can you provide examples of other authors who have written Sherlock Holmes pastiches?": "ANSWER: Yes, some authors who have written Sherlock Holmes pastiches include Edna Meudt, Robert Bloch, Lin Carter, and John Howard.",
        "QUESTION: Are there any books or collections that focus specifically on August Derleth's life and work?": "ANSWER: Yes, there are several books and collections dedicated to exploring August Derleth's life and work, such as 'Eccentric, Impractical Devils: The Letters of August Derleth and Clark Ashton Smith', edited by David E. Schultz and S.T. Joshi.",
        "QUESTION: Where did August Derleth grow up and what is he most famous for?": "ANSWER: August Derleth grew up in Sauk City, Wisconsin, and he is best known for his contributions to the fields of horror fiction, science fiction, and mystery writing.",
        "QUESTION: Which university did August Derleth attend?": "ANSWER: August Derleth attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison.",
        "QUESTION: Was August Derleth religious?": "ANSWER: Yes, August Derleth was Catholic.",
        "QUESTION: Did August Derleth write anything related to the Cthulhu Mythos?": "ANSWER: Yes, August Derleth wrote extensively within the Cthulhu Mythos, contributing significantly to its development and popularity.",
        "QUESTION: How many novels did August Derleth publish during his lifetime?": "ANSWER: Although the exact number of novels published by August Derleth during his lifetime may vary depending on sources, it is estimated to be around twenty.",
        "QUESTION: Has anyone written a biography about August Derleth?": "ANSWER: Yes, there is a biography available about August Derleth titled 'A Simple, Honorable Man'. This book provides insights into his personal and professional life."
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Key: Who was August Derleth?
Value: ANSWER: August Derleth was an American author known for his work in horror fiction, science fiction, and mystery genres.

Key: What were some notable works related to August Derleth?
Value: ANSWER: Some notable works related to August Derleth include Sherlock Holmes pastiches, notes, references, and various essays.

Key: Can you provide examples of other authors who have written Sherlock Holmes pastiches?
Value: ANSWER: Yes, some authors who have written Sherlock Holmes pastiches include Edna Meudt, Robert Bloch, Lin Carter, and John Howard.

Key: Are there any books or collections that focus specifically on August Derleth's life and work?
Value: ANSWER: Yes, there are several books and collections dedicated to exploring August Derleth's life and work, such as 'Eccentric, Impractical Devils: The Letters of August Derleth and Clark Ashton Smith', edited by David E. Schultz and S.T. Joshi.

Key: Where did August Derleth grow up and what is he most famous for?
Value: ANSWER: August Derleth grew up in Sauk City, Wisconsin, and he is best known for his contributions to the fields of horror fiction, science fiction, and mystery writing.

Key: Which university did August Derleth attend?
Value: ANSWER: August Derleth attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Key: Was August Derleth religious?
Value: ANSWER: Yes, August Derleth was Catholic.

Key: Did August Derleth write anything related to the Cthulhu Mythos?
Value: ANSWER: Yes, August Derleth wrote extensively within the Cthulhu Mythos, contributing significantly to its development and popularity.

Key: How many novels did August Derleth publish during his lifetime?
Value: ANSWER: Although the exact number of novels published by August Derleth during his lifetime may vary depending on sources, it is estimated to be around twenty.

Key: Has anyone written a biography about August Derleth?
Value: ANSWER: Yes, there is a biography available about August Derleth titled 'A Simple, Honorable Man'. This book provides insights into his personal and professional life.