The St. James reference books are a bit expensive but well worth it. You will usually find these books in the reference section of your local library. They are the ultimate reference books. No pictures.
St. James Guide to Crime &
Mystery Writers (4th Ed)		 St. James Guide to Horror,
Ghost & Gothic Writers
St. James Guide to Science Fiction Writers (4th Ed) St. James Guide to Fantasy Writers
The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction Science Fiction : The Illustrated Encyclopedia
If you enjoy science fiction art then this book is a must. Extremely enjoyable and a valuable reference.
Infinite Worlds :
The Fantastic Visions of Science Fiction Art		 Saucer Attack
Pulp Art : Original Paintings Pulp Culture : The Art of Fiction Magazines
Icon is excellent book on Frazetta with many rarely found images. Buy it.
Guilty Parties : A Mystery Lover's Companion Icon : A Retrospective by the Grand Master
of Fantastic Art Frank Frazetta
Imaginary People : A Who's Who of
Fictional Characters from the
18th Century to the Present Day		 Superman, the Complete History : The
Life and Times of the Man of Steel

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