Dragon Awards
The Dragon Awards are a set of literary and media awards voted on by fandom and presented annually since 2016 by Dragon Con for excellence in various categories of science fiction, fantasy, and horror novels, movies, television, and games.
| Dragon Awards | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Best science fiction, fantasy, horror, and alternate history works of previous year |
| Location | Atlanta, Georgia |
| Country | United States |
| Presented by | Dragon Con |
| First awarded | 2016 |
| Website | awards |
History
The Dragon Awards were first presented in 2016,[1][2] created on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Dragon Con to "recognize excellence in all things Science Fiction and Fantasy."[3][4] In 2018, 11,000 voters cast a ballot.[5] They are given out annually at Dragon Con in Atlanta, Georgia.
The finalist shortlist for the first Dragon Awards was announced on August 11, 2016,[6] and the winners were announced on September 4 that year.[7]
A unique feature of the Awards is that it runs a diverse set of subgenera.[8]
In 2017, nominated authors Allison Littlewood, John Scalzi, and N.K. Jemisin asked Dragon Con to remove their names from the ballot. John Scalzi then reconsidered and kept his name on the ballot. The coordinators of the Dragon Awards initially refused to remove authors names, then changed their minds after receiving criticism across blogs and science fiction related publications.[9][10][11]
Nomination and voting processes
The nominations and votes are collected electronically. Participation is available to everyone, requiring only an e-mail address, but no membership or other fees, to vote.[12] The Dragon Awards website states that they "[reserve] the right to invalidate suspect or questionable ballots without notice,"[13] and that "All decisions regarding the voting process and selection of winners shall be made by DRAGON CON in its sole discretion, shall be final, and shall not be subject to challenge or appeal."[14] Language describing the review of nominations does not state that nominations are counted numerically but are "gathered and reviewed to create a final ballot."[15] Neither counts of nominations nor votes have ever been made public.
The award process consists of two steps:
- a nomination step where each voter nominates one work of choice in each category. The nominations are "gathered and reviewed to create a final ballot."[15]
- a voting step where the finalists selected from the nominated works are voted on by each voter.
Reception
The Dragon Awards have been criticized because of the appearance that the awards were created in conjunction with campaigns by the Rabid and Sad Puppies to attack the Hugo Award.[12] Another concern raised is regarding the opaqueness of the nomination and voting process.[11]
Winners
The full list of nominees ("shortlist") can be found at List of Dragon Award nominees.
Best Science Fiction Novel
| Year | Work | Author(s) | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Somewhither: Being the First Part of A Tale of the Unwithering Realm | John C. Wright | Castalia House | [16] |
| 2017 | Babylon's Ashes | James S. A. Corey | Orbit Books | [17] |
| 2018 | Artemis | Andy Weir | Crown Publishing Group | [18][19] |
| 2019 | A Star-Wheeled Sky | Brad R. Torgersen | Baen Books | [20] |
Best Fantasy Novel
| Year | Work | Author(s) | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Son of the Black Sword | Larry Correia | Baen Books | [16] |
| 2017 | Monster Hunter Memoirs: Grunge | Larry Correia, John Ringo | Baen Books | [17] |
| 2018 | Oathbringer | Brandon Sanderson | Tor Books | [18] |
| 2019 | House of Assassins | Larry Correia | Baen Books | [20] |
Best Young Adult / Middle Grade Novel
| Year | Work | Author(s) | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Shepherd's Crown | Terry Pratchett | Doubleday | [16] |
| 2017 | The Hammer of Thor | Rick Riordan | Disney-Hyperion Books | [17] |
| 2018 | Children of Blood and Bone | Tomi Adeyemi | Henry Holt | [18][21] |
| 2019 | Bloodwitch | Susan Dennard | Tor Books | [20] |
Best Military Science Fiction or Fantasy Novel
| Year | Work | Author(s) | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Hell's Foundations Quiver | David Weber | Tor Books | [16] |
| 2017 | Iron Dragoons | Richard Fox | Triplane Press | [17] |
| 2018 | A Call to Vengeance | Timothy Zahn, David Weber and Thomas Pope | Baen Books | [18] |
| 2019 | Uncompromising Honor | David Weber | Baen Books | [20] |
Best Alternate History Novel
| Year | Work | Author(s) | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | League of Dragons | Naomi Novik | Del Rey Books | [16] |
| 2017 | Fallout | Harry Turtledove | Del Rey Books | [17] |
| 2018 | Uncharted | Kevin J. Anderson and Sarah A. Hoyt | Baen Books | [18] |
| 2019 | Black Chamber | S. M. Stirling | Baen Books | [20] |
Best Apocalyptic Novel
The category "Best Apocalyptic Novel" was removed from the awards in 2018.
| Year | Work | Author(s) | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Ctrl Alt Revolt! | Nick Cole | self-published | [16] |
| 2017 | Walkaway | Cory Doctorow | Tor Books | [17][22] |
Best Media Tie-In Novel
The category "Best Media Tie-In Novel" was first introduced in 2018.
| Year | Work | Author(s) | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Leia: Princess of Alderaan | Claudia Gray | Disney-Lucasfilm | [18] |
| 2019 | Thrawn: Alliances | Timothy Zahn | Penguin Random House | [20] |
Best Horror Novel
| Year | Work | Author(s) | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Souldancer | Brian Niemeier | self-published | [16] |
| 2017 | The Changeling | Victor LaValle | Spiegel & Grau | [17] |
| 2018 | Sleeping Beauties | Stephen King and Owen King | Scribner | [18] |
Best Comic Book
| Year | Work | Author(s)/ Artist(s) |
Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Ms. Marvel | Sana Amanat, Stephen Wacker, G. Willow Wilson, Adrian Alphona | Marvel Comics | [23] |
| 2017 | The Dresden Files: Dog Men | Jim Butcher, Mark Powers | Dynamite Entertainment | [24][25] |
| 2018 | Mighty Thor | Jason Aaron and Russell Dauterman | Marvel Comics | [18][26] |
Best Graphic Novel
| Year | Work | Author(s)/ Artist(s) |
Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Sandman: Overture | Neil Gaiman, J. H. Williams III | Vertigo Comics | [16] |
| 2017 | The Dresden Files: Wild Card | Jim Butcher, Carlos Gomez | Dynamite Entertainment | [17] |
| 2018 | White Sand, Volume 1 | Brandon Sanderson, Rik Hoskin and Julius M. Gopez | Dynamite Entertainment | [18][27] |
Best Science Fiction or Fantasy TV Series
| Year | Work | Creator(s) | Released on | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Game of Thrones | David Benioff, D. B. Weiss | HBO | [23] |
| 2017 | Stranger Things | The Duffer Brothers | Netflix | [24] |
| 2018 | Game of Thrones | David Benioff, D. B. Weiss | HBO | [18] |
| 2019 | Good Omens | Neil Gaiman | Prime Video | [28] |
Best Science Fiction or Fantasy Movie
| Year | Work | Creator(s) | Studio | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Martian | Ridley Scott (director), Drew Goddard (writer) | Scott Free Productions, Kinberg Genre, TSG Entertainment | [23] |
| 2017 | Wonder Woman | Patty Jenkins (director), Allan Heinberg (writer), Zack Snyder (writer), Jason Fuchs (writer) | RatPac-Dune Entertainment, DC Films, Tencent Pictures, Wanda Pictures, Atlas Entertainment, Cruel and Unusual Films | [24] |
| 2018 | Black Panther | Ryan Coogler (director, writer), Joe Robert Cole (writer) | Marvel Studios | [18] |
| 2019 | Avengers: Endgame | Russo brothers (directors) | Marvel Studios | [29] |
Best Science Fiction or Fantasy PC/Console Game
| Year | Work | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Fallout 4 | Bethesda Softworks | [30] |
| 2017 | The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild | Nintendo | [31] |
| 2018 | Middle-earth: Shadow of War | Monolith Productions | [18] |
Best Science Fiction or Fantasy Mobile Game
| Year | Work | Developers(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Fallout Shelter | Bethesda Softworks | [30] |
| 2017 | Pokémon Go | Niantic | [31] |
| 2018 | Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery | Jam City | [18] |
Best Science Fiction or Fantasy Board Game
| Year | Work | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Pandemic: Legacy | Z-Man Games | [30] |
| 2017 | Betrayal at House on the Hill: Widow’s Walk | Avalon Hill | [31] |
| 2018 | Red Dragon Inn 6: Villains | Slugfest Games | [18] |
Best Science Fiction or Fantasy Miniatures / Collectible Card / Role-Playing Game
| Year | Work | Publisher(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Call of Cthulhu Roleplaying Game (7th edition) | Chaosium Inc. | [30] |
| 2017 | Magic: The Gathering: Eldritch Moon | Wizards of the Coast | [31] |
| 2018 | Magic: The Gathering: Unstable | Wizards of the Coast | [18] |
References
- Liptak, Andrew (September 4, 2016). "The inaugural Dragon Awards highlight the populist side of science fiction and fantasy". The Verge. Archived from the original on March 12, 2019. Retrieved March 12, 2019.
- Beth Elderkin (13 August 2016). "DragonCon Releases (Mostly) Puppy-Free Nominations For First Dragon Awards". Gizmodo. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
DragonCon, Atlanta’s annual science fiction and fantasy competition, released the nominee list (see below) for the first-ever Dragon Awards
- "Dragon Con 2019 - Dragon Awards Nominations". The Dragon Awards. Archived from the original on March 12, 2019. Retrieved March 12, 2019.
- "Dragon Con Announces Creation of the Dragon Awards". Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America. 25 April 2016. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
In celebration of their 30th anniversary, they have announced the creation of the Dragon Awards.
- "Dragon Con packs in guests from all over the world, celebs in 2018". WSB-TV. 5 September 2018. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
he Dragon Awards are the only fan’s choice award in fandom, with more than 11,000 people casting a ballot this year.
- "2016 Dragon Awards Shortlist". Locus. 12 August 2016. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
- "2016 Dragon Awards Winners". Locus. 6 September 2016. Retrieved March 12, 2019.
Winners of the inaugural Dragon Awards were announced at Dragon Con, held September 2–5, 2016 in Atlanta GA.
- Andrew Liptak (4 August 2017). "The 2017 Dragon Awards are a far-ranging sci-fi and fantasy reading list". The Verge. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
A key feature of the Dragon Awards is that, instead of one broad novel category (for any book over 50,000 words), they break down nominees by subgenre, for a much wider-ranging and more specific field of recognition.
- Hines, Jim C. (August 9, 2017). "Dragon Awards Refuse to Let Authors Withdraw". Jim C. Hines. Archived from the original on March 12, 2019. Retrieved March 12, 2019.
- Andrew Liptak (10 August 2017). "Two science-fiction authors say they're being used as proxies in a fandom culture war". The Verge. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
- Jemisin, N. K. (August 10, 2017). "Withdrawing from the Dragon Awards". N. K. Jemisin. Archived from the original on March 12, 2019. Retrieved March 12, 2019.
- Liptak, Andrew (August 13, 2016). "The first ever Dragon Awards shortlist aims to be the next major award for science fiction fans". The Verge. Retrieved March 25, 2019.
this award would be driven by fan participation: they would nominate their favorite works, and vote on the final shortlist. Unlike the Hugo Awards, which require a paid membership to vote, the Dragon Awards were a completely free process.
- "Fan FAQ". Dragon Con. Archived from the original on March 12, 2019. Retrieved March 12, 2019.
- "Dragon Awards Official Rules". Retrieved March 25, 2019.
- "The Process". The Dragon Awards. Dragon Con. Archived from the original on March 13, 2019. Retrieved 13 March 2019.
Your nominations are gathered and reviewed to create a final ballot.
- "2016 Dragon Award". Internet Speculative Fiction Database. Retrieved September 5, 2017.
- "2017 Dragon Award". Internet Speculative Fiction Database. Retrieved September 6, 2017.
- "2018 Recipients – The Dragon Award". Dragon Con. Retrieved September 19, 2018.
- "2018 Dragon Awards Winners". Locus. 4 September 2018. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
Best Science Fiction Novel WINNER: Artemis, Andy Weir (Crown)
- "2019 Recipients – The Dragon Award". Dragon Con. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- "2018 DRAGON AWARDS ANNOUNCED". Krypton Radio. 3 September 2018. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
Best Young Adult / Middle Grade Novel Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi
- "More Dragon Awards News", Locus, August 11, 2017. Retrieved April 1, 2018.
- "2016 Dragon Awards Shortlist". Locus Online. August 12, 2016. Archived from the original on March 12, 2019. Retrieved September 6, 2017.
- "2017 Dragon Awards Shortlist". Locus Online. August 4, 2017. Retrieved September 6, 2017. See revised list at More Dragon Awards News", Locus, August 11, 2017. Accessed April 1, 2018.
- "2017 Recipients". Dragon Con. Archived from the original on September 6, 2017. Retrieved September 6, 2017.
- KYLE PINION (3 September 2018). "Dragon Con '18: THE MIGHTY THOR wins Best Comic at the Dragon Awards". Comics Beat. Retrieved 12 March 2019.
The Mighty Thor beat out a nominee slate that included Saga, Star Wars: Darth Vader, Doomsday Clock, Mister Miracle, and Aliens: Dead Orbit.
- DONNA DICKENS (7 September 2018). "The Best in Sci-Fi Books This Week (9/7/18)". Geek.com.
celebrate the winners of the 2018 Dragon Awards. Among the science-fiction wins were Andy Weir’s Artemis for Best Science Fiction Novel and Brandon Sanderson’s White Sand Volume 1 for Best Graphic Novel.
- "The Dragon Awards 2019 Recipients". DragonCon.org. Retrieved September 13, 2019.
- "The Dragon Awards 2019 Recipients". DragonCon.org. Retrieved September 13, 2019.
- Liptak, Andrew (August 13, 2016). "The first ever Dragon Awards shortlist aims to be the next major award for science fiction fans". The Verge. Archived from the original on September 6, 2017. Retrieved September 6, 2017.
- Liptak, Andrew (September 3, 2017). "Here are the winners of the 2017 Dragon Awards". The Verge. Archived from the original on September 6, 2017. Retrieved September 6, 2017.
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