39th World Science Fiction Convention
| Denvention II, the 39th World Science Fiction Convention | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Science fiction |
| Venue | Denver Hilton Hotel |
| Location(s) | Denver, Colorado |
| Country | United States |
| Inaugurated | September 3–7, 1981 |
| Attendance | 3,792 |
| Filing status | non-profit |
The 39th World Science Fiction Convention (Worldcon), also known as Denvention II, was held September 3–7, 1981, at the Denver Hilton Hotel in Denver, Colorado, United States.
The chairmen were Suzanne Carnival and Don C. Thompson. The guests of honor were Clifford D. Simak (pro), C. L. Moore (pro), and Rusty Hevelin (fan). Extra special guest was Robert Heinlein who had been the guest of honor at the 1941 Worldcon, the first to be held in Denver. The toastmaster was Ed Bryant. Total attendance was 3,792.
Awards
The Hugo Awards, named after Hugo Gernsback, are presented every year for the best science fiction or fantasy works and achievements of the previous year. Results are based on the ballots submitted by members of the World Science Fiction Society. Other awards, including the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer, are also presented each year at Worldcon.[1]
Hugo Awards
- Best Novel: The Snow Queen by Joan D. Vinge
- Best Novella: "Lost Dorsai" by Gordon R. Dickson
- Best Novelette: "The Cloak and the Staff" by Gordon R. Dickson
- Best Short Story: "Grotto of the Dancing Deer" by Clifford D. Simak
- Best Non-Fiction Book: Cosmos by Carl Sagan
- Best Dramatic Presentation: The Empire Strikes Back
- Best Professional Editor: Edward L. Ferman
- Best Professional Artist: Michael Whelan
- Best Fanzine: Locus, edited by Charles N. Brown
- Best Fan Writer: Susan Wood
- Best Fan Artist: Victoria Poyser
Other awards
- Special Award: Edward L. Ferman for his effort to expand and improve the field
- John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer: Somtow Sucharitkul
See also
References
- ↑ "Hugo Award FAQ". The Hugo Awards. World Science Fiction Society. Retrieved October 11, 2013.
External links
| Preceded by 38th World Science Fiction Convention Noreascon Two in Boston, United States (1980) |
List of Worldcons 39th World Science Fiction Convention in Denver, United States (1981) |
Succeeded by 40th World Science Fiction Convention Chicon IV in Chicago, United States (1982) |