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White Dwarf 400: Editors Remember

April 2013·pp. 158–159

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Ian Livingstone recalls replacing Owl and Weasel with a more professional magazine and choosing a name that could suggest both science fiction and fantasy. Mark Latham remembers plastic-kit development and the camaraderie of deadlines. Guy Haley reflects on working at the heart of a lifelong interest. Robin Dews emphasises international growth and establishing battle reports as a regular feature, connecting the anniversary to several different editorial eras.

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