The 2024 Arthur C Clarke Award for Science Fiction
Explore the best in contemporary science fiction with the 2024 Arthur C Clarke Award shortlist, featuring innovative narratives that challenge the genre's boundaries. This year's selections include a diverse range of themes from dystopian realities to explorations of intelligence and identity.
In Ascension
A marine biologist's journey from the ocean depths to the far reaches of space unravels mysteries that challenge humanity’s understanding of life and the cosmos. more ...
Chain Gang All Stars: A Novel
The Ten Percent Thief
In a dystopian Apex City ruled by a ruthless meritocracy, the elusive Ten Percent Thief ignites a revolution that challenges a flawless system dividing society into Virtual elites and powerless Analogs. more ...
The Mountain in the Sea
A pioneering marine biologist investigates a highly intelligent octopus species on a remote island owned by a tech corporation, uncovering profound mysteries and ethical dilemmas about extrahuman int… more ...
Some Desperate Glory
A gripping space opera debut by Emily Tesh, winner of the Hugo Award, exploring war, family, and vengeance in a richly imagined universe. more ...
Corey Fah Does Social Mobility: A Novel
A radical queer novel that follows Corey Fah on a surreal quest for a mysterious literary trophy, challenging conventional ideas of success and identity. more ...
The 2024 Arthur C Clarke Award shortlist showcases six exceptional science fiction novels that highlight the genre's evolving landscape. Each year, the award recognizes the best science fiction published in the UK, and this year's finalists include works that delve into pressing societal issues, imaginative worlds, and complex characters. From Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah's gripping dystopian tale in 'Chain Gang All Stars' to Martin MacInnes's literary exploration of deep-sea adventures in 'In Ascension', the shortlist reflects a rich tapestry of voices and styles. Other notable entries include Lavanya Lakshminarayan's 'The Ten Percent Thief', which critiques the implications of Big Data, and Emily Tesh's 'Some Desperate Glory', a queer space opera that challenges traditional narratives. With themes ranging from racial injustice to the intricacies of human and non-human intelligence, this year's selections promise to engage and provoke thought among readers, making it a must-read for science fiction enthusiasts.