Startling Stories, January 1942

This issue of Startling Stories (January 1942) contains a complete book-length science fiction novel, "Devil's Planet" by Manly Wade Wellman, featuring protagonist Dillon Stover, a young Earthman who arrives on Mars and becomes embroiled in mystery while touring Pul-ambar, a Martian pleasure city. The issue also includes three shorter science fiction stories: "Christmas on Ganymede" by Isaac Asimov, depicting disruptions during the holiday season on Jupiter's moon; "The Fitzgerald Contraction" by Dr. Miles J. Breuer, identified as a classic piece; and "Gears for Nemesis" by Raymond Z. Gallun, concerning efforts to save passengers aboard the Trail Blazer. Regular features include "The Ether Vibrates" (announcements and letters), "Thrills in Science" by Oscar J. Friend, a "Science Question Box," and fan publication reviews.