24 Literary Works That Secured Both the Hugo and Nebula Awards

In the realm of science fiction storytelling, receiving either a Hugo or Nebula Award is a monumental achievement—but winning both is truly exceptional.

The Hugo Award, named in honor of Hugo Gernsback, a pioneer in science fiction publishing, was first awarded in 1953 and is determined by the World Science Fiction Society. The Nebula Award, established in 1965 by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, celebrates outstanding contributions from fellow authors.

While both awards are highly esteemed, only a select few works have managed to clinch both in the same year. As we approach the 2022 Hugo Awards on September 4, here’s a list of 24 remarkable books that achieved this dual distinction, perfect for anyone seeking gift ideas for a science fiction enthusiast.

1. Dune (1965) // Frank Herbert

2. The Left Hand of Darkness (1969) // Ursula K. Le Guin

3. Ringworld (1970) // Larry Niven

4. Rendezvous With Rama (1973) // Arthur C. Clarke

5. The Dispossessed (1974) // Ursula K. Le Guin

6. The Forever War (1975) // Joe Haldeman

7. Gateway (1977) // Frederik Pohl

8. Dreamsnake (1978) // Vonda McIntyre

9. The Fountains of Paradise (1979) // Arthur C. Clarke

10. Startide Rising (1983) // David Brin

11. Neuromancer (1984) // William Gibson

12. Ender’s Game (1985) // Orson Scott Card

13. Speaker for the Dead (1986) // Orson Scott Card

14. Doomsday Book (1992) // Connie Willis

15. American Gods (2001) // Neil Gaiman

16. Paladin of Souls (2003) // Lois McMaster Bujold

17. The Yiddish Policemen’s Union (2007) // Michael Chabon

18. The Windup Girl (2009) // Paolo Bacigalupi

19. Blackout/All Clear (2010) // Connie Willis

20. Among Others (2011) // Jo Walton

21. Ancillary Justice (2013) // Ann Leckie

22. The Stone Sky (2017) // N.K. Jemisin

23. The Calculating Stars: A Lady Astronaut Novel (2018) // Mary Robinette Kowal

24. Network Effect (2020) // Martha Wells