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Hugo Awards 2018: Complete list of winners

The 2018 Hugo Awards delivered some of science fiction and fantasy’s most exciting victories yet, cementing a remarkable moment for diverse voices in speculative fiction. N.K. Jemisin made history by claiming her third consecutive Best Novel Hugo for The Stone Sky, the breathtaking conclusion to the Broken Earth trilogy, while Martha Wells captivated readers and voters alike with All Systems Red, her irresistible novella about an antisocial android security unit. The year’s winners spanned the full spectrum of speculative storytelling, from Rebecca Roanhorse’s sharply satirical short story “Welcome to your Authentic Indian Experience™” to Marjorie M. Liu’s visually stunning Monstress, Volume 2: The Blood, which proved that graphic novels deserve their place among science fiction and fantasy’s highest honors.

What struck many observers about the 2018 Hugo Awards was how thoroughly they reflected the field’s ongoing evolution. Nnedi Okorafor’s Akata Warrior brought Afrofuturist sensibility to young adult fantasy, while Lois McMaster Bujold’s recognition for her World of the Five Gods series underscored the enduring appeal of richly constructed fantasy worlds. Even the novelette and short story categories showcased the genre’s appetite for fresh perspectives and unconventional narratives. These weren’t merely popular wins—they represented the science fiction and fantasy community’s deliberate choice to elevate storytellers who brought new dimensions to the field.

Below, you’ll find the complete list of 2018 Hugo Awards winners across all major categories, celebrating a year when the Hugo Awards truly felt like a reflection of where the genre was headed.

Best Graphic Story

Best Novel

Best Novelette

  • The Secret Life of Bots by Suzanne Palmer

Best Novella

Best Series

Best Short Story

Best YA Book