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books-and-comics1 month ago•16 min saved

Martin Vows to Finish The Winds of Winter, No Substitutes Allowed

George R.R. Martin says The Winds of Winter remains his focus, estimating around 1,100 pages and noting he’ll rewrite as needed rather than rush to finish; he won’t let another author complete the book, and if he dies or is incapacitated, the work would be unfinished much like Dickens’ Edwin Drood. The piece also flags his excitement about HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms premiering Jan. 18 and touches on fan questions about a Jon Snow sequel and tensions with House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal.

via Gizmodo|

#a-knight-of-the-seven-kingdoms #a-song-of-ice-and-fire #books-and-comics

literature2 years ago•7 min saved

"Censorship Concerns and Hope for the Future: Navigating the 2023 Hugo Awards"

An investigative report has revealed that the administration of the 2023 Hugo Awards involved keeping eligible people and works off the ballot, leading to a fraudulent outcome. The responsibility now falls on the World Science Fiction Society and future Worldcons to ensure transparency, accountability, and a ban on administrators censoring work for political reasons. The report emphasizes the need for real and substantive structural change to prevent future violations and maintain the integrity of the Hugos, highlighting the impact of the awards on the community and the genres they celebrate.

via John Scalzi's Whatever|

#administration #fraud #hugo-awards

publishingscience-fictionfantasy2 years ago•7 min saved

"2023 Hugo Awards: A Closer Look at the Controversy"

The 2023 Hugo Awards have been marred by controversy, including concerns about censorship, eligibility issues, and technical problems. The selection process, run by volunteers, faced criticism for its handling of nominations and voting, with notable contenders being deemed ineligible for unclear reasons. The lack of transparency and vague statements from the committee have led to widespread distrust and speculation within the SF/F community. Despite the challenges, there are calls for potential next steps and ways for individuals to stay engaged in the process.

via Book Riot|

#eph #hugo-awards #neil-gaiman

books-and-literature2 years ago•3 min saved

"Babel and the Hugos: A Closer Look"

The 2023 Hugo Awards have sparked controversy with the disqualification of potential nominees, including R.F. Kuang's novel Babel, leading to speculation of state censorship, particularly from China. Suggestions for potential remedies include extending eligibility for affected works and nominees, proposing disqualification transparency, and considering the impact of state censorship on future Worldcon site selections. The situation has raised concerns about freedom of speech and LGBTQ+ rights in relation to Worldcon locations, prompting a call for more clarity and potential rule changes in the future.

via John Scalzi's Whatever|

#babel #books-and-literature #controversy