First published 2025
The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association has spoken. Their members voted to honor the finest speculative fiction of the year, and this collection gathers those celebrated works in one volume. The 57th Annual Nebula Awards recognized stories and excerpts that pushed boundaries and captivated readers across the genre. Premee Mohamed curates this year's anthology, bringing together winners and finalists who earned recognition from their peers. Sarah Pinsker, John Wiswell, Alix E. Harrow, Suzan Palumbo, P.H. Lee, and Caroline M. Yoachim join the roster alongside other distinguished voices. This annual tradition stretches back to 1966, creating a decades-long record of excellence in science fiction and fantasy. Each piece represents the craft and imagination that define contemporary speculative fiction at its finest.
Genres: short-stories, science-fiction, anthologies, fantasy
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: anthology, award-winning
Period: 21st-century
262 pages · Paperback · Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, Inc.