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- ↑ Ashley, Michael (2007). Gateways to forever: the story of the science-fiction magazines from 1970 to 1980 Volume 3. Liverpool University Press. p. xix. ISBN 978-1-84631-002-7.
- ↑ "1974 Hugo Awards". World Science Fiction Society. Archived from the original on 3 March 2012. Retrieved 8 July 2010.
- ↑ "The Best Fanzine Hugo Nominees and Winners". Harvia, Teddy. Hugos At A Glance website
