Gear Up: Hugo Award-Winning Fanzine Journey Planet Announces "Mecha" Issue
The world of science fiction fandom is preparing to launch a new, high-octane project. Journey Planet, the esteemed, Hugo Award-winning fanzine, has officially announced its next major theme: an exhaustive,…
LAcon V Unveils Prestigious Commissions: Scott Lefton and H. Emiko Ogasawara Named as Base Designers for Hugo and Lodestar Awards
The World Science Fiction Convention (Worldcon) has long served as the crucible of speculative fiction, and at its heart lies the Hugo Award—a symbol of peer-recognized excellence in science fiction…
News Digest: From Hugo Eligibility to the Frontiers of Exoplanet Discovery
In this week’s roundup, we explore the intersection of fandom history, the evolution of narrative art, the resilience of analog film culture, and the rapid expansion of our astronomical horizons.…
The Road to Anaheim: Voting Opens for the 2026 Hugo Awards as WSFS Prepares for LAcon V
By Editorial Staff The World Science Fiction Society (WSFS) has officially inaugurated the final phase of the 2026 Hugo Awards season. As of this week, the organizing committee for LAcon…
The 2026 Hugo Awards Voter Packet: A Comprehensive Guide for Science Fiction Enthusiasts
As the anticipation builds for the 2026 Worldcon, the Los Angeles Science Fantasy Society (LASFS) has officially released the long-awaited Hugo Awards Voter Packet. This essential digital resource, made available…
The Informed Critic: How Zephyr the Cat is Revolutionizing Hugo Award Research
In the highly competitive world of science fiction and fantasy literature, the Hugo Awards represent the pinnacle of peer-recognized excellence. Every year, a select group of fans and critics immerse…
Weekly Fandom Roundup: Hugo Voting, Industry Controversies, and Cultural Milestones
In this week’s comprehensive look at the world of science fiction, fantasy, and media, we cover the launch of the 2026 Hugo Award voting, a significant legal challenge facing James…
The 2026 Hugo Awards Voting Period Officially Commences: A Guide for WSFS Members
The prestigious Hugo Awards, long regarded as the pinnacle of achievement in science fiction and fantasy literature, have officially entered their final phase for the 2026 cycle. LAcon V, the…















