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Nebula Award science fiction books

Find science fiction novels and novellas recognized by the Nebula Awards, from winning works to finalists worth exploring.

The Nebulas are selected by eligible members of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association. Award records here retain SFADB ceremony years, which can differ from eligibility years on the official Nebula site. The library focuses on science fiction novels and novellas. Official award site ↗

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Ife-Iyoku, the Tale of Imadeyunuagbon by Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki, book cover

Ife-Iyoku, the Tale of Imadeyunuagbon

by Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki

Novella · 2020 · Science fiction and fantasy crossover

Nebula recognition

Ife-Iyoku, the Tale of Imadeyunuagbon is a fantasy novella by Nigerian speculative fiction writer Oghenechovwe Donald Ekpeki. It was first published Selene Quarterly in August 2019, and republished in Dominion: An Anthology of Speculative Fiction From Africa and the African Diaspora anthology which was published by Aurelia Leo in 2020. The novella received critical reviews.

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Inclination by William Shunn, book cover

Inclination

by William Shunn

Novella · 2006

Hugo recognitionNebula recognition

"Inclination" is a science fiction novella by American writer William Shunn. It appeared in the April/May 2006 issue of Asimov's Science Fiction. It was nominated for both the Hugo and Nebula awards in 2007. The story concerns a young stevedore named Jude who lives on a giant space station in the far future.

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Infinity Beach by Jack McDevitt, book cover

Infinity Beach

by Jack McDevitt

Novel · 2000

Nebula recognition

When "something" is brought back from a space exploration expedition, "something" now threatens them all. A gripping "first contact" thriller from one of science fiction's brightest talents, the acclaimed author of "Moonfall" and "Ancient Shores."

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Isle of the Dead by Roger Zelazny, book cover

Isle of the Dead

by Roger Zelazny

Novel · 1969

Nebula recognition

Isle of the Dead may refer to: Isle of the Dead (mythology), a theme associated with pre-Christian Celtic mythology Isle of the Dead (Tasmania), is a cemetery on an island adjacent to Port Arthur, Tasmania Isle of the Dead (film), a 1945 horror film Isle of the Dead (Zelazny novel), a 1969 science fiction novel…

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Ivory by Mike Resnick, book cover

Ivory

by Mike Resnick

Novel · 1988

Clarke recognitionNebula recognition

Ivory: A Legend of Past and Future is a science fiction novel (or a novel-like series of vignettes) by American writer Mike Resnick, published in 1988. Set in Resnick's Birthright Universe, it describes the fictional past and future history of the (real) Kilimanjaro Tusks and those who own them.

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Jem by Frederik Pohl, book cover

Jem

by Frederik Pohl

Novel · 1979

Hugo recognitionLocus recognitionNebula recognition

The discovery of another habitable world might spell salvation to the three (Food Bloc, Fuel Bloc & People Bloc) bitterly competing power blocs of the war torn & resource-starved 21st century.

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Job: A Comedy of Justice by Robert A. Heinlein, book cover

Job: A Comedy of Justice

by Robert A. Heinlein

Novel · 1984 · Science fiction and fantasy crossover

Hugo recognitionNebula recognition

SciFi - Alexander Hergensheimer, KS minister, faints after firewalking in Polynesia. When he returns to his ship, it appears very different and he is referred to as Alec Graham.

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Juniper Time by Kate Wilhelm, book cover

Juniper Time

by Kate Wilhelm

Novel · 1979

Nebula recognition

In a world now ravaged by drought and famine. Jean Brighton and Arthur Cluny grew up in the limelight, children of space pioneers who built the orbiting space laboratory. Now Arthur carried on his father's work at the lab.

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Light Music by Kathleen Ann Goonan, book cover

Light Music

by Kathleen Ann Goonan

Novel · 2002

Nebula recognition

Once the world worked differently -- before "the Silence" from space quieted the airwaves. Once there was a haven called Crescent City, built through the wonders of nanotechnology to transport its enlightened inhabitants into the cosmos. But humanity has failed the city.

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Lord of Light by Roger Zelazny, book cover

Lord of Light

by Roger Zelazny

Novel · 1967

Hugo winnerNebula recognition

A colony of humankind is subjugated by the First Colonists, the crew of the starship that brought them to their new home 1000 years before. They have taken control of ancient technologies and enhanced themselves with godlike psychic powers and virtual immortality.

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Man Plus by Frederik Pohl, book cover

Man Plus

by Frederik Pohl

Novel · 1976

Nebula winnerHugo recognitionLocus recognition

Earth is in crisis. There simply isn't enough water and arable land to support the burgeoning population. As the threat of nuclear war looms, the United States looks to Mars for the precious resources that could save humanity.

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Mary Reilly by Valerie Martin, book cover

Mary Reilly

by Valerie Martin

Novel · 1990 · Science fiction and fantasy crossover

Nebula recognition

This retelling of the enigmatic Dr. Jekyll-Mr. Hyde tale deserves praise for suspense, character creation, and historical verisimilitude. Mary Reilly, a loyal, trusted servant in the household of Dr. Jekyll records in her diary the mysterious circumstances which lead to her Master's tragic fate.

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Mefisto in Onyx

by Harlan Ellison

Novella · 1993

Locus winnerHugo recognitionNebula recognition

Mefisto in Onyx is a science fiction novella by American writer Harlan Ellison. The introduction and cover art were contributed by Frank Miller. Originally published in OMNI Magazine October 1993, then released as a hardcover in December 1993, Mefisto in Onyx was later included in Harlan Ellison's 1997 collection Slippage.

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Memory by Lois McMaster Bujold, book cover

Memory

by Lois McMaster Bujold

Novel · 1996

Hugo recognitionLocus recognitionNebula recognition

A disgraced space hero gets a second chance. Miles Vorkosigan lied about the state of his health and is dismissed from service by his superior. But when his superior falls mentally ill and starts making mistakes it is to Miles he turns for help.

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