Galactic News August 2005

The former PERRY RHODAN Editor was born 1950 in Bergheim, where he still lives today. He studied History of Arts and Economics after he had finished high school. He terminated his economics studies prematurely because he wanted to become a professional author instead.
The SF comic series "Nick der Welraumfahrer" (Nick the space traveler) as well as several Science Fiction movies were his first encounter with this genre. He joined a group of interested SF fans who also published their own SF News. Her wrote several short stories for them, which, however, didn't find the response by the readers he had hoped for. His drawings and graphic creations were much more successful, though.

Horst Hoffmann knew the PERRY RHODAN und ATLAN series and followed an invitation by Chief Editor Willi Voltz to submit short stories for the Readers Contact Pages, which then were published as part of the RCP.

In 1974 he started his own Fanzine »Watchtower«, a satirical fan magazine. His breakthrough as author followed in 1976 with his first novel release »Gemini 5«, »Sie kamen von jenseits der Sterne« (They came from beyond the stars). This novel was published under the alias Neil Kenwood, as well as two more of his novels, which the author had sold to the Kelter Publishing Firm via an independent agency.

In the same year, he received the chance to participate in the »Terra Astra« series as author. After Hoffmann had revised his first manuscript, his novel was released under the title: »Entscheidung auf Hades« (Decision on Hades) which was followed by several other novels. This engagement paved the way for his entry into the ATLAN and ORION series.

Several years later, he also began writing for the Perry Rhodan series. After the untimely death of Willi Voltz, he took over as chief editor from 1984 until 1987. After his famous novel »Die Macht der Elf« (The power of eleven) (1111), he quit as active Perry Rhodan author. However, Horst Hoffmann returned soon into the author circle to become one of the Perry Rhodan core authors.

So far he wrote 104 Perry Rhodan novels!

Source: PMV

Adapted: Michael Koeckritz

Norman Riger (The Poem Lizard)	Poetry in Motion This is a new section for and from Galactic News readers. We encourage all readers to submit their Perry Rhodan or Atlan poetry. This month's poem was written by TRI member Norman Riger. It had been part of the former poetry web page which we dismantled due to lack of visitor's interest. Perry Rhodan Poem After years I've finally found my place, With Perry Rhodan in outer space, On a star ship over a mile in size. Each novel offers a new surprise. Millions of readers can't be wrong, And you're invited to come along, To travel above the speed of light, Atomic explosions to the left and right. Watch battles on the control room screen, Meet humanoid allies tiny and green. As you travel far back in space and time, Avoiding deep pools of deadly slime, Waste no time on this inspired rhyme. For the next novel, reserve sufficient time. You may want to attend a convention, On your way to a different dimension. Where imagination has no limit, There's always a villain to outwit. Visit methane breathers for two days. Practice hitting targets with paralyzing rays. With every novel I proceed ahead. Issues 1 through 349 I've already read. Over 2000 issues they have written so far, Who can write the music for a guitar? Norman Riger, Minnesota, USA, July 2003
Horst Hoffmann # 1110 Operators for Crust Magno # 1111 The power of eleven # 2293 A Hero - just in case	Perry Rhodan Author's Profile Horst Hoffmann The former PERRY RHODAN Editor was born 1950 in Bergheim, where he still lives today. He studied History of Arts and Economics after he had finished high school. He terminated his economics studies prematurely because he wanted to become a professional author instead. The SF comic series "Nick der Welraumfahrer" (Nick the space traveler) as well as several Science Fiction movies were his first encounter with this genre. He joined a group of interested SF fans who also published their own SF News. Her wrote several short stories for them, which, however, didn't find the response by the readers he had hoped for. His drawings and graphic creations were much more successful, though. Horst Hoffmann knew the PERRY RHODAN und ATLAN series and followed an invitation by Chief Editor Willi Voltz to submit short stories for the Readers Contact Pages, which then were published as part of the RCP. In 1974 he started his own Fanzine »Watchtower«, a satirical fan magazine. His breakthrough as author followed in 1976 with his first novel release »Gemini 5«, »Sie kamen von jenseits der Sterne« (They came from beyond the stars). This novel was published under the alias Neil Kenwood, as well as two more of his novels, which the author had sold to the Kelter Publishing Firm via an independent agency. In the same year, he received the chance to participate in the »Terra Astra« series as author. After Hoffmann had revised his first manuscript, his novel was released under the title: »Entscheidung auf Hades« (Decision on Hades) which was followed by several other novels. This engagement paved the way for his entry into the ATLAN and ORION series. Several years later, he also began writing for the Perry Rhodan series. After the untimely death of Willi Voltz, he took over as chief editor from 1984 until 1987. After his famous novel »Die Macht der Elf« (The power of eleven) (1111), he quit as active Perry Rhodan author. However, Horst Hoffmann returned soon into the author circle to become one of the Perry Rhodan core authors. So far he wrote 104 Perry Rhodan novels! Source: PMV Adapted: Michael Koeckritz
Dirk Schulz # 2134 Advance on Vision # 2287 The dreams of the Shohaakans	Perry Rhodan Graphic Artist Profile Dirk Schulz Dirk Schulz, born 1965 in Minden, studied Visual Communication at the Bielefeld Educational Institute and received his diploma as Designer in 1992. Even though working as graphic artist for Animagic Advertising, which today is mainly involved with computer game graphics, TV-ads and the internet, he remained connected with his true love: Comics. Together with Robert Feldhoff, he developed the »Indigo« series (since 1992) und »Chiq und Chloe«, and together with Delia Wüllner »Parasiten« (Parasites) trilogy. In the meantime new releases of »Indigo« have hit the market published by CARLSEN COMICS as well as the »Celtis« series in collaboration with the French author Jean Wacquet. Both series are published internationally. The series "Parasites" has also been re-published by CARLSEN COMICS since 2003. Dirk Schulz did not only create title pages for Perry Rhodan but was also very active in the Atlan series. His first title page was 2134 "Advance on Vision" and just recently he published title page # 2287 So fa he has created 41 title pages. Although in German, his web site presents a pretty good idea about the Indigo and Chiq & Chloe series. http://www.indigo-online.de/ Source: PMV Adaptation: Michael Keockritz
	TRI-Giveaway September '05 Welcome to the TRI-Giveaway This month we will give away Perry Rhodan issue # 326"Gucky und der Golem" (Gucky / Pucky and the Golem), (German) 3nd edition, May 1979! Death to all Terrans - the Oscillation Guardians swear to revenge the time - crimes An adventure with Icho Tolot the Haluter, Perry Rhodan, Tro Khon, Ras Tschubai and Gucky. ... 10 January 2336, the Oscillation Guardians are closing in on the Solar Fleet, securing the weapons platform OLD MAN - the mousebeaver Gucky and the Golem will fight each other ... Other characters of the novel: Fancan Teik, Aser Khin, Reis Kor and Lieutenant Glenn ... Interested readers may submit an e-mail with their postal address. TRI-Giveaway Please, enter "TRI-Giveaway" on the subject line of your e-mail. Deadline: 20 September 2005, 24:00 hours EST The winner will be drawn from the pool of received e-mails. Previous winners may again participate, but have to re-submit their addresses, as they will be deleted after each draw to protect the privacy of the participants. Point of shipping will be Kitchener, Ontario, Canada The winner of August's draw for Perry Rhodan Issue # 325 is: Dirk van Dyck, Belgium Congratulations! Statistics: There were 4 participants in the draw. Allow 2 to 4 weeks for shipment.

	Galactic News Preview September 2005 Author profile: William (Willi) Voltz. (if possible) Intro to Graphic Artist: Ralph Voltz. (if possible)
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