Articles related to "Hugo Awards"
Hugo Gernsback, The Father of Magazine SF
Hugo Gernsback occupied a crucial role in the development of science fiction by publishing "Amazing Stories", the first magazine devoted solely to science fiction.
hugo award • gernsback • science fiction • amazing stories • pulp magazines
Hugo Gernsback occupied a crucial role in the development of science fiction by publishing "Amazing Stories", the first magazine devoted solely to science fiction.
hugo award • gernsback • science fiction • amazing stories • pulp magazines
Recovering the Writing Muses
Every writer, whether emerging or new at the craft needs to reclaim their Muse and motivation from time to time. Writers' events are great places to do this.
muses • writers conferences • writers workshops • libris award • hugo award
Every writer, whether emerging or new at the craft needs to reclaim their Muse and motivation from time to time. Writers' events are great places to do this.
muses • writers conferences • writers workshops • libris award • hugo award
The 2008 Hugo Award Nominees
Nominees include Robert J. Sawyer, John Scalzi, Charles Stross, Stephen Baxter, Nancy Kress, Gene Wolfe, Ted Chiang, Greg Egan, and almost inevitably, Connie Willis.
2008 hugo award • nominees • readers • fans • stephen baxter
Nominees include Robert J. Sawyer, John Scalzi, Charles Stross, Stephen Baxter, Nancy Kress, Gene Wolfe, Ted Chiang, Greg Egan, and almost inevitably, Connie Willis.
2008 hugo award • nominees • readers • fans • stephen baxter
The Big Time
Fritz Leiber's The Big Time is his Hugo award winning epic of the Change war, that has influenced series as diverse as Star Trek: Enterprise and Doctor Who
fritz leiber • the big time • star trek: enterprise • doctor who • change war
Fritz Leiber's The Big Time is his Hugo award winning epic of the Change war, that has influenced series as diverse as Star Trek: Enterprise and Doctor Who
fritz leiber • the big time • star trek: enterprise • doctor who • change war
Asimovs Science Fiction August 2009 Reviewed
SF by Damian Broderick, Robert Reed, Michael Blumlein, Hugo-winner Kristine Kathryn Rusch, new writers Derek Zumsteg and Mary Robinette Kowal, and Steven Popkes returns
asimovs • dell • science fiction magazines • hugo award • reviews
SF by Damian Broderick, Robert Reed, Michael Blumlein, Hugo-winner Kristine Kathryn Rusch, new writers Derek Zumsteg and Mary Robinette Kowal, and Steven Popkes returns
asimovs • dell • science fiction magazines • hugo award • reviews
Double Star by Robert A. Heinlein
Serialized in Astounding in 1956, Heinlein was already overdue a Hugo on his way to becoming SFWA Grand Master, even though only only two such awards had been made.
robert a. heinlein • double star • sfwa • grand master • 1956 hugo award
Serialized in Astounding in 1956, Heinlein was already overdue a Hugo on his way to becoming SFWA Grand Master, even though only only two such awards had been made.
robert a. heinlein • double star • sfwa • grand master • 1956 hugo award
F&SF March 2009 Reviewed
Fiction from Robert Reed, Marc Laidlaw, Daniel Abraham and Yoon Ha Lee, a classic Hugo-winning reprint from Robert Bloch, reviews from Charles de Lint and Michelle West
f&sf • magazine of fantasy & science fiction • spilogale • fiction • robert reed
Fiction from Robert Reed, Marc Laidlaw, Daniel Abraham and Yoon Ha Lee, a classic Hugo-winning reprint from Robert Bloch, reviews from Charles de Lint and Michelle West
f&sf • magazine of fantasy & science fiction • spilogale • fiction • robert reed
Interzone: British Sci-Fi Magazine
A comparison of the proportion of British contributors to the leading British SF magazines in 2005 and 2006.
vector magazine • uk science fiction • niall harrison • hub • farthing
A comparison of the proportion of British contributors to the leading British SF magazines in 2005 and 2006.
vector magazine • uk science fiction • niall harrison • hub • farthing
Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book Reviewed
Illustrated by Dave McKean, the Hugo Award nominated novel is an homage to Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book and has already won the coveted Newbury Medal from the ALSC
neil gaiman • the graveyard book • review • novel • dave mckean
Illustrated by Dave McKean, the Hugo Award nominated novel is an homage to Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book and has already won the coveted Newbury Medal from the ALSC
neil gaiman • the graveyard book • review • novel • dave mckean
SF Book Review – The Neanderthal Parallax
With the sequencing of the Neanderthal genome on the horizon, now is a good time to read or revisit Robert J. Sawyer's award-winning trilogy, The Neanderthal Parallax.
the neanderthal parallax • hominids • humans • hybrids • robert j. sawyer
With the sequencing of the Neanderthal genome on the horizon, now is a good time to read or revisit Robert J. Sawyer's award-winning trilogy, The Neanderthal Parallax.
the neanderthal parallax • hominids • humans • hybrids • robert j. sawyer
Slaughterhouse Five and the Art of Kurt Vonnegut
Slaughterhouse Five is the greatest novel by World War II veteran and American writer Kurt Vonnegut, but what is the book about?
kurt vonnegut • slaughterhouse five • novels of world war ii • anti-war books • vietnam war books
Slaughterhouse Five is the greatest novel by World War II veteran and American writer Kurt Vonnegut, but what is the book about?
kurt vonnegut • slaughterhouse five • novels of world war ii • anti-war books • vietnam war books
Steven Moffat Writes Tintin
Hugo Award-winning writer Steven Moffat (Dr. Who) has been tapped by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson to write the script for Tintin trilogy. First movie due in 2009
steven moffat • tintin • steven spielberg • peter jackson • dr. who
Hugo Award-winning writer Steven Moffat (Dr. Who) has been tapped by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson to write the script for Tintin trilogy. First movie due in 2009
steven moffat • tintin • steven spielberg • peter jackson • dr. who
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
Gaiman's novel is both creepy and touching. Brisk action, good characterization, and a delightful ending are the hallmarks of this award winner.
the graveyard book by neil gaiman • fantasy novels • young adult fiction • juvenile fiction • ghost stories
Gaiman's novel is both creepy and touching. Brisk action, good characterization, and a delightful ending are the hallmarks of this award winner.
the graveyard book by neil gaiman • fantasy novels • young adult fiction • juvenile fiction • ghost stories
Twilight Zone Hits Fifty
Fifty years ago Rod Serling introduced television viewers to a collection of short video dramas that covered aspects of both the supernatural and science fiction.
twilight zone • rod serling • joe nowak • classic television • ray bradbury
Fifty years ago Rod Serling introduced television viewers to a collection of short video dramas that covered aspects of both the supernatural and science fiction.
twilight zone • rod serling • joe nowak • classic television • ray bradbury
A Fire Upon the Deep (Book Review)
If you’re tired of the same ol’ sci-fi rehash, here’s a delight from Vernor Vinge that turns the Milky Way into a place of wonders. Click on through and find out if this heart-pounding action and thought-provoking commentary is what you’ve been looking for.
books by vernor vinge • a fire upon the deep • a deepness in the sky • science fiction • science fiction book reviews and essays
If you’re tired of the same ol’ sci-fi rehash, here’s a delight from Vernor Vinge that turns the Milky Way into a place of wonders. Click on through and find out if this heart-pounding action and thought-provoking commentary is what you’ve been looking for.
books by vernor vinge • a fire upon the deep • a deepness in the sky • science fiction • science fiction book reviews and essays
Doomsday Book
Review of the Science Fiction novel Doomsday Book, by Connie Willis.
science fiction • genre • novel • author • connie willis
Review of the Science Fiction novel Doomsday Book, by Connie Willis.
science fiction • genre • novel • author • connie willis
Evolving with Greg Bear's Blood Music
Each day scientists find new ways to use technological for the benefit of mankind. But what happens when good intentions go bad? Are we destined to become a hybrid life form comprised of biology and technology? Join us for a look at Greg Bear’s “Blood Music.”
blood music • greg bear • science fiction short stories • novelette • science fiction
Each day scientists find new ways to use technological for the benefit of mankind. But what happens when good intentions go bad? Are we destined to become a hybrid life form comprised of biology and technology? Join us for a look at Greg Bear’s “Blood Music.”
blood music • greg bear • science fiction short stories • novelette • science fiction
Fermi and Frost (Discussion Article)
Despite the constant threat of nuclear holocaust, was the Cold War an overall more settling place to live than the world of today? Could weapons of mass destruction be the reason we are confronted with the Great Silence when we look out at the stars? Join us for a walk down Memory Lane and a preview of what may be ahead with Frederick Pohl’s Hugo Award-winning short story. Part of Suite101’s Cold War event.
fermi and frost • frederick pohl • robert frost • fire and ice • the fermi paradox
Despite the constant threat of nuclear holocaust, was the Cold War an overall more settling place to live than the world of today? Could weapons of mass destruction be the reason we are confronted with the Great Silence when we look out at the stars? Join us for a walk down Memory Lane and a preview of what may be ahead with Frederick Pohl’s Hugo Award-winning short story. Part of Suite101’s Cold War event.
fermi and frost • frederick pohl • robert frost • fire and ice • the fermi paradox
Fritz Leiber 1910-92: A Profile
J.K. Rowling's sold more books; Stephen King and Ray Bradbury have literary respectability; Isaac Asimov wrote SF, but is Fritz Leiber the greatest writer of them all?
fritz leiber • j.k. rowling • stephen kind • ray bradbury • isaac asimov
J.K. Rowling's sold more books; Stephen King and Ray Bradbury have literary respectability; Isaac Asimov wrote SF, but is Fritz Leiber the greatest writer of them all?
fritz leiber • j.k. rowling • stephen kind • ray bradbury • isaac asimov
Nine Princes in Amber
Roger Zelazny's classic fantasy series was the first to bridge the gap between classics like Lord of the Rings and Fritz Leiber's Lankhmar, and the 1960s counter-culture.
nine princes in amber • roger zelazny • lord of the rings • fritz leiber • lankhmar
Roger Zelazny's classic fantasy series was the first to bridge the gap between classics like Lord of the Rings and Fritz Leiber's Lankhmar, and the 1960s counter-culture.
nine princes in amber • roger zelazny • lord of the rings • fritz leiber • lankhmar
Robert A. Heinlein
SFWA's first Grand Master won four Hugo awards although his best, The Door Into Summer, eluded the prize, and his The Past Through Tomorrow is the seminal future history.
robert a. heinlein • the past through tomorrow • the door into summer • hugo awards • sfwa
SFWA's first Grand Master won four Hugo awards although his best, The Door Into Summer, eluded the prize, and his The Past Through Tomorrow is the seminal future history.
robert a. heinlein • the past through tomorrow • the door into summer • hugo awards • sfwa
Samuel R. Delany's Nova
The tale of space captain Lorq von Ray and his rivals Prince and Ruby is myth laden, freighted down with both Grail literature and pulp sci-fi imagery alike.
samuel r. delany • nova • hugo award • the einstein intersection • babel-17
The tale of space captain Lorq von Ray and his rivals Prince and Ruby is myth laden, freighted down with both Grail literature and pulp sci-fi imagery alike.
samuel r. delany • nova • hugo award • the einstein intersection • babel-17
SF and the 20th Century, Part 2: Star Trek
Perhaps the most influential, and without a doubt the most successful, SF of the 20th century has been <i>Star Trek</i>. Join me for a quick look at the world Gene Roddenberry created, and then find out if you agree with my ranking of the four series.
star trek • the next generation • deep space nine • voyager • tos
Perhaps the most influential, and without a doubt the most successful, SF of the 20th century has been <i>Star Trek</i>. Join me for a quick look at the world Gene Roddenberry created, and then find out if you agree with my ranking of the four series.
star trek • the next generation • deep space nine • voyager • tos
This Immortal by Roger Zelazny
By 1965 A Rose for Ecclesiastes had made Zelazny the hottest property in SF, and his debut novel tied for the following years Hugo Award with Frank Herbert's classic Dune
this immortal • roger zelazny • f&sf • --and call me conrad • fantasy & science fiction
By 1965 A Rose for Ecclesiastes had made Zelazny the hottest property in SF, and his debut novel tied for the following years Hugo Award with Frank Herbert's classic Dune
this immortal • roger zelazny • f&sf • --and call me conrad • fantasy & science fiction
Zoë's Tale by John Scalzi, Reviewed
The fourth nominee available from Anticipation, the 67th World Science Fiction Convention is a retelling of The Last Colony from a YA perspective.
zoë's tale • john scalzi • 2009 hugo award • novel • tor books
The fourth nominee available from Anticipation, the 67th World Science Fiction Convention is a retelling of The Last Colony from a YA perspective.
zoë's tale • john scalzi • 2009 hugo award • novel • tor books
Connie Willis Award Winning Author
Connie Willis, author of The Doomsday Book and To Say Nothing of the Dog, is one of science fiction's most decorated authors with six Nebula Awards and ten Hugos.
connie willis • author • science fiction writer • doomsday book • to say nothing of the dog
Connie Willis, author of The Doomsday Book and To Say Nothing of the Dog, is one of science fiction's most decorated authors with six Nebula Awards and ten Hugos.
connie willis • author • science fiction writer • doomsday book • to say nothing of the dog
Brian W. Aldiss Profiled
For over fifty years with novels like Hothouse and HARM, and short stories including one filmed as AI, Aldiss has entertained, confounded and infuriated SF readers
brian w. aldiss • sfwa • grand master • hothouse • harm
For over fifty years with novels like Hothouse and HARM, and short stories including one filmed as AI, Aldiss has entertained, confounded and infuriated SF readers
brian w. aldiss • sfwa • grand master • hothouse • harm
Star Trek: Best and Worst Episodes
There have been a lot of <I>Star Trek</I> episodes over the past 35 years, and everyone has a favorite. We’ve attempted to sort through the whole lot and put together a list of the ten best and five worst episodes ever. Find out if you agree.
star trek • best star trek episodes • worst star trek episodes • star trek top 10 • the next generation
There have been a lot of <I>Star Trek</I> episodes over the past 35 years, and everyone has a favorite. We’ve attempted to sort through the whole lot and put together a list of the ten best and five worst episodes ever. Find out if you agree.
star trek • best star trek episodes • worst star trek episodes • star trek top 10 • the next generation
Star Trek: The Best from Each Series
As we conclude our current look at <i>Star Trek</i>, find out what our picks are for the best of each series. We offer the Top 5 from TOS, TNG, DS9, and <i>Voyager</i>, as well as Honorable Mentions. Will you agree? Come on in and find out!
star trek • best star trek episodes • star trek top 10 • star trek best episodes by series • the original series
As we conclude our current look at <i>Star Trek</i>, find out what our picks are for the best of each series. We offer the Top 5 from TOS, TNG, DS9, and <i>Voyager</i>, as well as Honorable Mentions. Will you agree? Come on in and find out!
star trek • best star trek episodes • star trek top 10 • star trek best episodes by series • the original series
To Say Nothing of the Dog (Book Review)
The place is England. The year is 2057... or is it 1888? The problem: a cat. Join us for a look at Connie Willis's 1999 Hugo Award-winning time-travel novel that's a comedy of errors and a study in the absurd of the most delightful kind.
science fiction • sci-fi • sf • science fiction book reviews • science fiction history
The place is England. The year is 2057... or is it 1888? The problem: a cat. Join us for a look at Connie Willis's 1999 Hugo Award-winning time-travel novel that's a comedy of errors and a study in the absurd of the most delightful kind.
science fiction • sci-fi • sf • science fiction book reviews • science fiction history
The Crystal Spheres (Discussion Article)
A growing body of scientific evidence tells us that the universe should be teeming with life, but when we point our radio telescopes to the stars we find nothing. Known as the Fermi Paradox or The Great Silence, this fruitless search is puzzling. In this Hugo Award-winning short story, David Brin offers one very intriguing solution to the problem.
the crystal spheres • crystal spheres • david brin • the great silence • the fermi paradox
A growing body of scientific evidence tells us that the universe should be teeming with life, but when we point our radio telescopes to the stars we find nothing. Known as the Fermi Paradox or The Great Silence, this fruitless search is puzzling. In this Hugo Award-winning short story, David Brin offers one very intriguing solution to the problem.
the crystal spheres • crystal spheres • david brin • the great silence • the fermi paradox
Babylon 5 Season 2 DVD Review
The second season of Babylon 5, an ambitious science-fiction drama, draws in the viewer with its tales of intrigue, mystery and betrayal.
babylon 5 • babylon 5 season 2 • j michael straczynski • babylon 5 dvd review • science fiction television
The second season of Babylon 5, an ambitious science-fiction drama, draws in the viewer with its tales of intrigue, mystery and betrayal.
babylon 5 • babylon 5 season 2 • j michael straczynski • babylon 5 dvd review • science fiction television
A Canticle for Leibowitz, Miller
A review of A Canticle for Leibowitz by Walter Miller, written by guest author Jennifer Yap
a canticle for leibowitz • walter miller • blessed leibowitz • leibowitz • canticle
A review of A Canticle for Leibowitz by Walter Miller, written by guest author Jennifer Yap
a canticle for leibowitz • walter miller • blessed leibowitz • leibowitz • canticle
Edward Scissorhands Trivia
In one of Tim Burton's most sensitive films, Johnny Depp portrays the sweetly innocent creation of a lonely old inventor.
edward scissorhands • johnny depp • tim burton • winona ryder • vincent price
In one of Tim Burton's most sensitive films, Johnny Depp portrays the sweetly innocent creation of a lonely old inventor.
edward scissorhands • johnny depp • tim burton • winona ryder • vincent price
Frederick Pohl (Index)
A list of articles and essays at Science Fiction and Society about Frederick Pohl and/or his work.
frederick pohl • fermi and frost
A list of articles and essays at Science Fiction and Society about Frederick Pohl and/or his work.
frederick pohl • fermi and frost
Harry Potter & The Goblet of Fire
J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was the first ever fantasy novel to win the Hugo Award, this most inherently science-fictional of awards.
j.k.rowling • harry potter • the goblet of fire • rita skeeter • daily prophet
J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was the first ever fantasy novel to win the Hugo Award, this most inherently science-fictional of awards.
j.k.rowling • harry potter • the goblet of fire • rita skeeter • daily prophet
Hominids by Robert J. Sawyer
Robert J. Sawyer is, according to MacLean's: Canada's Weekly Newsmagazine, "among the most successful Canadian authors ever." Hominids is the first volume of a trilogy.
robert j. sawyer • charles stross • hominids • the neanderthal parallax • the terminal experiment
Robert J. Sawyer is, according to MacLean's: Canada's Weekly Newsmagazine, "among the most successful Canadian authors ever." Hominids is the first volume of a trilogy.
robert j. sawyer • charles stross • hominids • the neanderthal parallax • the terminal experiment
Hugo Nebula & World Fantasy Awards
Awards provide a measure of quality within speculative fiction, and enable readers to filter out inferior fiction, as popularity is an inadequate measure of quality.
sfwa • hugo • nebula • world fantasy awards • science fiction & fantasy writers of america
Awards provide a measure of quality within speculative fiction, and enable readers to filter out inferior fiction, as popularity is an inadequate measure of quality.
sfwa • hugo • nebula • world fantasy awards • science fiction & fantasy writers of america
Love Comics? Get a Degree in Graphic Novels
The comic book industry's recent surge in popularity, thanks to wildly popular movies and increasingly explosive storylines, have opened the door for artists and writers.
comic book careers • comic book degree • college comic book • savannah college of art & design (scad)graphic nov • graduate certificate in comic design and scripting
The comic book industry's recent surge in popularity, thanks to wildly popular movies and increasingly explosive storylines, have opened the door for artists and writers.
comic book careers • comic book degree • college comic book • savannah college of art & design (scad)graphic nov • graduate certificate in comic design and scripting
Stephen Moffat Leaves Tintin
Stephen Moffat dropped a $2 million paycheque as Tintin's scriptwriter to go be the showrunner (executive producer) for Dr. Who.
tintin • steven moffat • steven spielberg • peter jackson • dreamworks animation
Stephen Moffat dropped a $2 million paycheque as Tintin's scriptwriter to go be the showrunner (executive producer) for Dr. Who.
tintin • steven moffat • steven spielberg • peter jackson • dreamworks animation
A Brief History of Science Fiction Part 2
The Golden Age of Science Fiction dawned just before the onset of World War II. It began to mature when the troops came home.
a brief history of science fiction • speculative fiction was matured in the magazines • frederik pohl • the golden age of science fiction • astounding science fiction
The Golden Age of Science Fiction dawned just before the onset of World War II. It began to mature when the troops came home.
a brief history of science fiction • speculative fiction was matured in the magazines • frederik pohl • the golden age of science fiction • astounding science fiction
Asimovs Science Fiction June 2009 Reviewed
Fiction from Tom Purdom, Chris Willrich & Eric Brown, James Patrick Kelly's silver jubilee story and columns from Robert Silverberg and editor Sheila Williams.
asimovs science fiction • dell magazines • tom purdom • chris willrich • eric brown
Fiction from Tom Purdom, Chris Willrich & Eric Brown, James Patrick Kelly's silver jubilee story and columns from Robert Silverberg and editor Sheila Williams.
asimovs science fiction • dell magazines • tom purdom • chris willrich • eric brown
Beowulf Website Updated
Paramount's Beowulf site got a few updates, including 3 new TV spots, and a new trailer. Beowulf hits theatres November 16th.
beowulf • paramount • website • trailer • angelina jolie
Paramount's Beowulf site got a few updates, including 3 new TV spots, and a new trailer. Beowulf hits theatres November 16th.
beowulf • paramount • website • trailer • angelina jolie
Bookshare Offers Accessible Books
Bookshare readers download books as compressed, encrypted files that can be read with assistive technology such as a screen readers or refreshable braille display.
bookshare library • digital books for the blind • reading resources for the blind • converting text to braille • refreshable braille display
Bookshare readers download books as compressed, encrypted files that can be read with assistive technology such as a screen readers or refreshable braille display.
bookshare library • digital books for the blind • reading resources for the blind • converting text to braille • refreshable braille display
Connie Willis (Index)
A list of articles at Science Fiction and Society about Connie Willis and/or her works.
connie willis • articles and essays about connie willis • to say nothing of the dog • science fiction book reviews
A list of articles at Science Fiction and Society about Connie Willis and/or her works.
connie willis • articles and essays about connie willis • to say nothing of the dog • science fiction book reviews
Dune by Frank Herbert
Frank Hervert's Dune is perhaps the greatest SF novel of all time, according to many long-term readers of the genre.
dune • frank herbert • the dragon in the sea • under pressure • david lynch
Frank Hervert's Dune is perhaps the greatest SF novel of all time, according to many long-term readers of the genre.
dune • frank herbert • the dragon in the sea • under pressure • david lynch
Ender's Game: Book to Movie
Ender's Game by OSC is slated to be made into a movie in the next year. How well will the suspenseful, psychologically intriguing book translate to the silver screen?
orson scott card • ender’s game • ender valentine peter wiggin bean • ender’s shadow • hugo nebula award
Ender's Game by OSC is slated to be made into a movie in the next year. How well will the suspenseful, psychologically intriguing book translate to the silver screen?
orson scott card • ender’s game • ender valentine peter wiggin bean • ender’s shadow • hugo nebula award
F & SF May 2008 Reviewed
Fiction from Robert Reed, Rachel Pollack, Albert E. Cowdrey, M. Rickert; reviews by Charles de Lint, Elizabeth Hand and Kathy Maio; and Paul di Filippo and David Langford
the magazine of fantasy & science fiction • f&sf • robert reed • rachel pollack • albert e. cowdrey
Fiction from Robert Reed, Rachel Pollack, Albert E. Cowdrey, M. Rickert; reviews by Charles de Lint, Elizabeth Hand and Kathy Maio; and Paul di Filippo and David Langford
the magazine of fantasy & science fiction • f&sf • robert reed • rachel pollack • albert e. cowdrey
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