Black Mask (Vol. 22, No. 2 — Mary 1939)

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In working out an Oliver Quade story I always determine, first, the background for the yam. I generally try to have an original or colorful setting for a yarn. This isn’t always as simple as it sounds.

Although Hollywood backgrounds have been used repeatedly by other writers, I’d never done a Hollywood story. Mainly because I’d never been in Hollywood until recently and I always believe I should know a little of a background, from personal observation.

So, when the opportunity presented itself for a Hollywood trip, I decided to write a story with a Hollywood background. After giving it some thought I came to the conclusion that just about every phase of Hollywood had been covered by other writers — except the animated cartoon studio.

The thought struck a responsive note in me, for I’m very fond of Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck... So I emerged with Desmond Dogg and “FUNNY MAN,” in this issue of BLACK MASK.

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