The World Science Fiction Society administers and presents the Hugo Awards,[7] the oldest and most noteworthy award for science fiction. Selection of the recipients is by vote of the Worldcon members. Categories include novels and short fiction, artwork, dramatic presentations, and various professional and fandom activities.[7][8]
A number of notable science fiction and fantasy awards were presented at Anticipation.[11]
2009 Hugo Awardsedit
Anticipation was the first Worldcon to include a category for graphic story on the Hugo ballot. The category filled with six nominations due to a tie for fifth place.
The 2009 Hugo Award statue base was designed by Seattle-based artist Dave Howell.[12]
This Worldcon being also the 2009 Canvention, it awarded the Prix Aurora Awards. They are given out annually for the best Canadian science fiction and fantasy literary works, artworks, and fan activities from that year, and are awarded in both English and French.[13]
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