Lair of the Snake Girl

Lair of the Snake Girl by Arthur Leo Zagat is a spine-tingling adventure that delves into the heart of an ancient and deadly cult. When a series of mysterious disappearances leads a daring journalist to a remote, jungle-bound temple, they discover a horrifying secret: a tribe worshipping a mythical snake girl with the power to enchant and destroy. As the journalist uncovers the dark rituals and sinister motives of the cult, they must escape the clutches of the serpent goddess and her followers. Will they survive the perils of the lair and reveal the truth, or will they become another lost soul in the cult's grisly history? Immerse yourself in this thrilling tale of danger, mystery, and supernatural horror.

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.