The Fantasy Fan played a crucial role in the early development of science fiction and fantasy fandom. It provided a venue for fans to share their passion for writers to reach an audience and for the genres to grow and evolve. The October 1933 issue like others in its run is a valuable snapshot of the genre's history and the community that supported it. Although The Fantasy Fan had a relatively short run ceasing publication in early 1935 its impact on the genre was lasting. It helped to cultivate a dedicated readership and paved the way for future fanzines and professional publications in the realms of fantasy horror and science fiction.