Science fiction authors nab 2023 Nebula Awards with explosive creativity (awards news).
In a dazzling ceremony just held, the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America announced the stellar winners of the highly coveted 2022 Nebula Awards. These prestigious awards honor the brightest minds in the speculative fiction realm and recognize the outstanding contributions made in the year 2022. From intergalactic revolutions to mind-bending adventures, these winners have proven that the universe of science fiction knows no bounds.
Taking home the top prize in the Novel category is R.F. Kuang with her explosive work, “Babel, Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators’ Revolution.” Kuang’s tale weaves together linguistic prowess and spellbinding action, captivating readers and defying gravity.
In the Novella category, C.L. Polk emerges victorious with her mind-altering masterpiece, “Even Though I Knew the End.” Polk’s ability to bend reality and keep readers guessing until the final pages has solidified her position as a true luminary in the genre.
John Chu’s out-of-this-world novelette, “If You Find Yourself Speaking to God, Address God with the Informal You,” clinched the Nebula Award, leaving readers and divine entities alike contemplating the depths of communication and the bonds that connect us all.
The Short Story category brought forth Samantha Mills’ “Rabbit Test,” a tale that hopped its way into the hearts of readers. With its unpredictability and electrifying twists, Mills’ work left audiences both delighted and bewildered.
Not to be outdone, K. Tempest Bradford soared to victory in the Andre Norton Nebula Award for Middle Grade and Young Adult Fiction with “Ruby Finley vs. the Interstellar Invasion.” Bradford’s remarkable tale proved that the young and the young at heart can conquer any challenge, even when faced with a universe-sized threat.
In the realm of Dramatic Presentations, the Ray Bradbury Nebula Award was bestowed upon the mind-bending spectacle that is “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” This awe-inspiring film, directed by Dan Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, challenged the very fabric of reality, leaving viewers questioning their own existence and craving more.
The Game Writing category witnessed the collision of two great minds, Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R.R. Martin, as they joined forces to craft the cosmic epic “Elden Ring.” This collaborative masterpiece, filled with knights and mythical creatures, proved that when two titans of imagination unite, the result is pure gaming magic.
As the dust settles on the Nebula Awards stage, it is clear that the winners have propelled the boundaries of science fiction, embracing the extraordinary and pushing the limits of human imagination. With their thought-provoking narratives and otherworldly creations, these writers, directors, and game developers have proven that the universe of science fiction continues to expand, offering infinite possibilities to those willing to explore its uncharted territories.
