The Circle of Fear

The Circle of Fear by Arthur Leo Zagat is a spine-chilling tale of paranoia and supernatural terror. When a small town is gripped by an unexplainable and escalating series of horrifying events, fear takes root in the hearts of its residents. A mysterious force, unseen but ever-present, tightens its grip, turning neighbors against each other as trust erodes and suspicion mounts. As the circle of fear closes in, a group of desperate townspeople must uncover the source of this malevolence before they all fall prey to the unseen horror. Will they break free from the grip of terror, or will the town be consumed by its own fear? This suspenseful story will leave you questioning every shadow and whisper.

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.