Where No Fan Has Gone Before (Star Trek: TOS zine from the 1980s)
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| Title: | Where No Fan Has Gone Before |
| Publisher: | TUCOP Publications (this was its first publication) |
| Editor(s): | Daniel Wolpe |
| Date(s): | 1981 |
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| Fandom: | Star Trek: TOS |
| Language: | English |
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Where No Fan Has Gone Before is a gen Star Trek: TOS anthology of fiction, non-fiction, articles, poems, fan, comments, and interviews.
It was edited by Daniel Wolpe
Not All Content was Trek
Some of the content was not Trek, but personal poems and articles about current events, something that one of its staffers (Greg January, writer of poems to his romantic partner, and of feeling lonely) complained about in the September 1982 issue:
FROM GREG JANUARY: I write now, not as a staff member, but as a fellow fan. I enjoy Betsy Tessler's editorials. However, I must question the taste of putting her opinions in a magazine that is essentially concerned with STAR TREK.
OUR RESPONSE: Greg, STAR TREK tried to be relevant to its time. It tried, and now under Harve Rennet's leadership, tries, to be relevant to us. Take A PRIVATE LITTLE WAR or LET THAT BE YOUR LAST BATTLEFIELD; both showed us views that were relevant to society's problems at the time. That's what we're trying to do.' This fanzine not only supports Betsy's views, we adopt them as our own. (Meaning, as the magazine; not each individual member of the staff's.) It is our intention to make a magazine that is "essentially concerned with STAR TREK" as relevant as STAR TREK.
May 1982
This issue contains 16 pages. The pages are not numbered in the table of contents or the zine itself. The art is by Alex Meerovich.
- First Word, poem by Greg January
- An Anti-Israel Media?, article by Daniel Wolpe ("The publishers of W.N.F.H.G.B. have decided that since Star Trek was relevant to the sixties, we would incorporate editorials that were relevant to the eighties into our zine. Betsy Tessler, our usual editorial writer has taken this month off, so Daniel Wolpe is filling in.")
- Station of the Lizard Part Two, story by Alex Meerovich (Star Trek)
- Interview With David Gerrold by Daniel Wolpe
- The Kidnapping of Storon (Glory Of The Constellation), a story Captain Roger Williams of the U.S.S. Constellation (post 'Doomsday Machine,' also post ST:TMP), by Daniel Wolpe
- Star Trek Jokes by Jeff Goodman and Daniel Lipton
- Contest Rule, by Daniel Wolpe
- Tucop Adds [sic], by Harold Beetlemore
- Lastword: Star Trek's Relevance, essay by Daniel Wolpe
[The Gerrold Interview]:Q) What, in your opinion was ST:TMP's biggest mistake?
A) The biggest mistake happened behind the cameras. Gene Roddenberry was not allowed to make the movie that he wanted to— and I believe he earned the right. The film as finally released did not truly represent all of what he intended.
Q) Would you object to STAR TREK without Leonard Nimoy?
A) As valuable as Leonard Nimoy is to the show, I think that STAR TREK is larger than any individual character, and could continue with another Vulcan, or even no Vulcan at all. It would be a different show, then — just as M*A*S*H is different without Radar O'Reilly — but it would still be STAR TREK and still be capable of exciting stories.
Q) If you could suggest a plot for a new ST movie, what would it be?
A) THE GALACTIC WHIRLPOOL, as published by Bantam Books, written by David Gerrold, of course.
back cover of of the May 1982 issue, by Alex Meerovich
inside page by Alex Meerovich
September 1982
This issue contains 22 pages.
- ST II: A Review by Jacob Sullum (1)
- No Seperation [sic] is Too Wide, poem by Greg January (not Trek, but about the author missing his romantic partner who is "overseas") (3)
- Kirk Thoughts by Greg January (4)
- The K.K.K., article by by Betsy Tessler ("As W.N.F.H.G.B. begins a new year, we should realize the fact that our very lives are being threatened. Although maybe we're not aware of the danger, the KKK's membership has grown to the highest level ever, and it's been the most active since its resurgence in the 1920's.") (5)
- Letters (7)
- Contest Winner by Jeremy Irland, a story called "Scotty's Turning Point" (7)
- Interview: Stephen Golden by Daniel Wolf (9)
- Part II: Glory of the Constellation: The Kidnapping of Storon by Daniel Wolpe (10)
- Tucop Announcements by the Editors (16)
- Tucop Adds (sic) by Harold Beetlemore (16)
- ST: II: Pros and Kahns by Daniel Wolpe (16)
- Special Announcement by the Staff (20)
December 1982
This issue contains 22 pages.
- Point: Yes to a Nuclear Freeze, essay by Betsy Tessler (1)
- Counterpoint: No to a Nuclear Freeze, essay by Jacob Sullum (2)
- The Songs Holly Never Sang, poem by Greg January (4)
- A Special Contest -- A James Doohan Contest (trivia, prize was a copy of The Venus Zone which had a sale price of $5) (5)
- To Dare the Beast, fiction by Alex Meerovich (6)
- An Interview with Kathleen Sky, by Daniel Wolpe (10)
- Letters (12)
- Spock's Rebirth (?), essay by Alex Meerovich (12)
- Foundation's Edge, a review by Jacob Sullum (14)
- The Conclusion of The Kidnapping of Storon, story by Daniel Wolpe (16)
- TUCOP Adds [sic] by Harold Beetlemore (20)
- Lastword: Should Spock Stay Dead?, essay by Daniel Wolpe (21)
[From the Sky Interview]:Q) In the novel, DEATH'S ANGEL, many people charged you with not keeping the ST characters in character. How would you respond to that?
A) I've gotten exactly the opposite reaction from a great number of people. I've tried to stick very closely to the show and characters as presented by Gene Roddenberry and Dorothy Fontana (the first two seasons). One thing to keep in mind is that in the past ten or twelve years STAR TREK has acquired a lot of fannish barnacles, and many people have read into the show their own personal interpretations, many of which are downright appalling yet each and everyone of these fans will swear that his or her editions are in the best tradition of orthodoxy. One thing that must be kept in mind is Spock and Kirk were acting under the influence of spores and, as on the TV shows, naturally that affects their characters. Then too, with this book, I was told by Gene Roddenberry's office how Kirk's character must be handled. I refuse all guilt for the result. One thing that must always be kept in mind is that a writer can't help having his or her own interpretations slop over into a book. Perceptions being what they are, my Kirk, Spock and McCoy are not 100% anyone else's Kirk, Spock and McCoy.
Q) Why was Col. Schaeffer made into a major character in a book that was supposed to be an ST book?
A) The only way to write a successful STAR TREK book is to use a "guest star" formula. We already know everything about the major characters, and Paramount doesn't encourage extrapolation. One of the requirements of the book is the growth of a central character. Since the major characters could not grow, the emphasis had to be on Col. Schaeffe I used a similar technique in VULCAN! I feel I have a good basis for this theory in pointing out how often the television show emphasized guest stars. Besides, I think Col. Schaeffer is marvelous.
[snipped]
Q) Does it annoy you, as a writer, that their are people who only associate your name with your ST novels? A) I don't mind having my name connected to STAR TREK novels because I wrote them for the express purpose of getting more recognition as a writer. They did achieve that end. What I do object to, however, is the snobbishness on the part of other writers and science fiction fans denigrating my books because they were "only STAR TREK". I try at all times to write the best possible book that I can, no matter what the subject matter.
Q) Who was your favorite character on the show?
A) I'd have to admit that when STAR TREK came on the air I had a mad, passionate crush on Leonard McCoy. I've always had a fondness for cute teddy bears, and that's exactly what he is. Besides, he was the most Human character on the show.
January 1983
This issue contains 24 pages. This was the last issue.
- Connie's Song, poem by Greg January (topic is being afraid to love: excerpt: "Guess I'm really scared of you But I don't want you to go. Never wanting to hurt you. It hurts that you love me so. I really think you're special And girl, I want you here. Connie, I hope you realize. That I really do care") (1)
- Star Trek Tie-in Book Reviews by Daniel Wolpe (2)
- An Open Letter from Jacob Sullum (his opinions on the zine The Crestfallen Bomber, see that page) (6)
- The Current Anti-Abortion Laws, article by Daniel Wolpe (7)
- To Dare the Beast, part 2, fiction by Alex Meerovich (9)
- An Interview with James Doohan, part one by Daniel Wolpe and Eric Heilveil (14)
- Planet of Diligence (Glory of the Constellation), part one, fiction by Daniel Wolpe (15)
- From the Hotline, A New Star Trek News Column by Daniel Wolpe (20)
- TUCOP Adds [sic] by Harold Beetlemore (21)
- Letters (21)
- Lastword: The Third Season -- A New View (22)
February 1983
This issue contains 20 pages. This is the final issue.
Within the zine, the editor talks of the publication ending, but gives conflicting information. One is that there would be one more issue in May, and the other that this was the last issue.
A VERY SAD ANNOUNCEMENT
After four successful years, Tucop Publications is no longer with us. The May issue of W.N.F.H.G.B. will be the last issue. However, someday, Tucop will rise again! We shall shine like a beacon! WE SHALL RISE AGAIN!! As soon as it is Humanly possible to revive Tucop Publications it will be done. So, after such achievements as WHERE NO FAN HAS GONE BEFORE, THE CRESTFALLEN BOMBER, ONLY GOD CAN MAKE A TREE, THE RAND RESOLUTION, and THE VENUS ZONE, we are going out of business. So long, folks. It's been real. (By the way, anyone who has ordered W.N.F.H.G.B. for more issues than are left (May, 1983 will be the last one) will receive their remaining money with the final issue.)
Our first item is rather sad. This is the FINAL ISSUE of WHERE NO FAN HAS GONE BEFORE. Those of you who still have issues left on your subscriptions will be receiving checks soon. Also, THE VENUS ZONE has been cancelled. Those of you who ordered it, will have your checks returned promptly.
- Another Minute With You, poem by Greg January (1)
- Black Fire, a review by Daniel Wolpe, see that page (1)
- Only God Can Make a Tree, review, see that page by Greg January (2)
- Life and Death by Edee Saar (3)
- To Dare the Beast, part 3, fiction by Alex Meerovich (4)
- An Interview with James Doohan, part 2 by Eric Heilveil and Daniel Wolpe (12)
- Planet of Diligence, conclusion, fiction by Daniel Wolpe (18)
- From the Hotline by Daniel Wolpe (18)
- Lastword: ST: TMP on TV by Daniel Wolpe (19)