MONSTER PARADE Magazine 1st Issue Sept 1958 Buxom GGA TV & movie Horror

  
MONSTER PARADE Magazine Sept 1958 Buxom Good Girl Art ; TV & movie Horror. Despite the magazine stating that this is Volume 2, Number 6, this is indeed the first issue.

Monster Parade continued from an unidentified publication, leading to initially odd volume numbers ranging from the first issue which was Volume Two, Number Six to Vol One, Number Four. Monster Parade was a short-lived but influential horror magazine published by Magnum Publishing in 1958 and 1959.

While not nearly as long-lasting as Famous Monsters of Filmland, it carved its own niche by focusing more on original fiction than film articles. Think of it as the "indie" alternative to FMF. Launched just months after FMF's success, Monster Parade leaned heavily on short stories, often penned by up-and-coming authors. This gave it a different flavor, appealing to readers who craved fresh monster tales rather than solely reliving classic films. Despite its unique approach, Monster Parade only managed four issues before disappearing from the scene. Yet, its impact goes beyond its brief run. It offered a platform for new voices, nurtured emerging talent, and further stoked the monster craze ignited by FMF. Today, it's a sought-after collector's item, a reminder of the diverse landscape of horror magazines during that era. So, although not as widely remembered as its larger competitor, Monster Parade played a valuable role in the flourishing horror genre of the late 50s, leaving its mark on both readers and writers.