Formula for Fear

Formula for Fear by Arthur Leo Zagat is a pulse-pounding thriller that combines suspense with scientific intrigue. When a groundbreaking chemical formula is stolen, it unleashes a wave of terror that grips the city. The formula, capable of inducing overwhelming fear in its victims, becomes a weapon of psychological warfare in the wrong hands. As the clock ticks, a brilliant but troubled scientist teams up with a determined detective to track down the formula's thief and prevent a catastrophe. Each step closer to the truth reveals a darker conspiracy, leading to a high-stakes confrontation where fear itself becomes the ultimate adversary. Can they stop the formula's terrifying power from causing chaos, or will they succumb to the very fear they seek to conquer?

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.