Satan’s Evening Star by Arthur Leo Zagat is a mesmerizing blend of horror and suspense, where dark rituals and ancient curses collide under the ominous glow of a sinister star. When a mysterious celestial event heralds the rise of an ancient evil, a small town is plunged into chaos. As the night deepens, long-buried secrets emerge, and the townspeople find themselves ensnared in a web of terror that threatens to consume them all. Only a handful of brave souls dare to confront the malevolent force, but will their courage be enough to stop the coming apocalypse, or will they fall victim to the power of Satan’s Evening Star? This spine-chilling tale will keep you turning pages late into the night.
About the author
Arthur Leo Zagat (1896–1949) was an American lawyer, prolific pulp fiction writer, and editor best known for his contributions to the horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Born in New York City, Zagat served in World War I before pursuing a legal career. However, his passion for storytelling led him to writing, where he found success in the pulp magazine market of the 1920s and 1930s. Zagat authored hundreds of short stories and novellas, often collaborating with fellow writers like Nat Schachner. His most famous works include dystopian science fiction tales, eerie horror stories, and hard-boiled detective fiction. Zagat also contributed to serialized stories, such as the ‘Doc Savage’ adventures, and became a popular fixture in magazines like Weird Tales, Astounding Stories, and Argosy. His writing style is noted for its vivid, imaginative worlds and engaging plots. Zagat passed away in 1949, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the golden age of pulp fiction.