Literary Scandals and Speculative Fiction Awards Drama

A deep dive into scandals within the literary world involving AI poetry and controversies at the Hugo Awards, known for sci-fi and fantasy writing. The discussion covers the intricacies of Hugo Awards voting, accusations of elitism, and the divisive strategies employed by groups like the 'sad puppies' and 'rabid puppies' to influence award nominations. The chapter also touches on Chuck Tingle's unconventional nominations, the aftermath of his recognition, and the controversy surrounding the selection of the Worldcon location for 2023.