The earthshaking controversies that began the month were overshadowed by events of genuine fanhistorical importance before it was over. Here is the list of October’s 10 most-viewed posts as tracked by Google Analytics.

1. Sheehan’s Tips for New Writers
2. Sound and Fury Signifying Trivia
3. What Makes an Aurora ‘Nominee’?
4. Composer Vic Mizzy Dies
5. SF Not Manly Enough?
6. Stan Winston Props Up for Bid
7. Cancel the Riot
8. The Worldcon From A to A
9. Carla Laemmle Celebrates 100
10. LASFS at 75