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Arthur C. Clarke Award 2026 Winner

The Arthur C. Clarke Award, one of science fiction’s most prestigious honors, has announced its 2026 winner, and E. J. Swift’s When There Are Wolves Again takes the crown. Swift’s win marks another year of the award celebrating ambitious, thought-provoking speculative fiction that pushes the boundaries of what science fiction can explore. The Arthur C. Clarke Award has long championed novels that blend imaginative world-building with serious literary merit, and this year’s selection continues that tradition of recognizing work that resonates both intellectually and emotionally with readers.

When There Are Wolves Again stands out as a particularly compelling choice for the award, joining the ranks of previous winners who’ve grappled with complex futures and human transformation. Swift brings her distinctive voice to the science fiction landscape, crafting a narrative that clearly resonated with the Clarke Award’s judging panel. The recognition underscores the award’s ongoing commitment to honoring the most innovative and meaningful science fiction being written today.

Below, you’ll find the complete details of this year’s Arthur C. Clarke Award winner and what makes When There Are Wolves Again such a significant addition to the award’s storied history.

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