Questions about DAW Books

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Donald A. Wollheim and Elsie B. Wollheim establish DAW Books?

Donald A. Wollheim and his wife Elsie B. Wollheim established DAW Books in 1971 after leaving Ace Books.

What was the first publication released by DAW Books?

The first publication arrived in 1972 with Andre Norton's Spell of the Witch World short story collection.

Until when did every DAW book feature a bright yellow spine as its primary visual identifier?

Until June 1984, every DAW book featured a bright yellow spine as its primary visual identifier.

Which C. J. Cherryh novel became the first DAW book to win the Hugo Award for best novel?

C. J. Cherryh's Downbelow Station became the first DAW book to win the Hugo Award for best novel in 1982.

Who acquired DAW Books from its family owners in July 2022?

In July 2022, Astra Publishing House acquired the company from its family owners.

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