William Contento

(April 3, 1947 – December 13, 2021)

William Guy “Bill” Contento, an American fan, bibliographer and editor, published the Index to Science Fiction Anthologies and Collections 1977-1983 and a number of other essential indices of sf and related genres.

He died after a long struggle with prostate cancer.

• Entry in The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction.
• Profile.
• Bibliography at ISFDB.
• Obituary in Locus
• Obituary, The Independent, December 30, 2021.

Awards, Honors and GoHships:

• 1988 – Eaton Award
• 1995 — Stoker Award
• Several Hugo nominations

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Person

1947—2021

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