DEAD AGAIN: FAMOUS MONSTERS MAG

Philip Kim, current publisher of FAMOUS MONSTERS OF FILMLAND magazine, announced his retirement on 6 February. He leaves the possibility of an annual 'zine in continuation of the title, but at the same time is entertaining business inquiries for its sale.

Frankly, Kim's incarnation of the monster magazine legend wasn't my favorite. I just didn't care for the content and it left little of the original vibe. I liked Ray Ferry's version better.

Here's Mr. Kim's announcement from the Famous Monsters Website:

A letter from the publisher:

Monster fans are the best fans. That has been proven over the past sixty years.

In 2007, I took Forrest J Ackerman’s blessing, and together with my publishing team, bestowed it upon a new generation of readers, connecting the latest Hollywood reboots with their classic inspirations and recreating the Captain Company store as a thriving commerce destination for horror, sci-fi, and fantasy fans. The enthusiastic response proved that Famous Monsters’ 60 year legacy was alive and well in the hearts of artists, writers, filmmakers, and enthusiasts who continue to change the world with their creations.

But alas, everything has its season, and my season is drawing to a close. I am retiring, so thank you all, sincerely, for your support over the years.

Perhaps Famous Monsters of Filmland will live on in a print annual and in the hearts and minds of Monster Kids everywhere. History will not be rewritten: FM will always be the most influential entertainment brand on the current filmmaking landscape, and as long as those whose lives were changed by Forry’s words embody his passionate spirit, our Monster World will continue to thrive.

Again, I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for being here through this journey. Onward and upward.