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Theodore Sturgeon

Writing

Born February 26, 1918 · New York City, New York, USA

Died May 8, 1985

Also known as Edward Hamilton Waldo

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Biography

Theodore Sturgeon was an American author, best known for his work in science fiction, fantasy, and horror. He also wrote scripts for Star Trek: The Original Series. Some of his works have been adapted for the screen, including as episodes for the 1985 Twilight Zone series.

Awards & recognition

  • Retro Hugo Award — Best Novella · 2020
  • Seiun Awards · 2005
  • Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame · 2000
  • Inkpot Award · 1975
  • Hugo Award — Best Short Story · 1971
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  • Nebula Award — Best Novelette · 1971
  • Nebula Award · 1970
  • International Fantasy Award — Best Fiction · 1954
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 2011 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 2010 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 2008 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 2006 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 2004 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 2003 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 2001 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 2000 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 1999 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 1998 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 1997 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 1996 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 1988 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Fantasy Novel · 1987 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 1980 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Collection · 1975 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Novella · 1974 · nominated
  • Nebula Award — Best Novelette · 1974 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Reprint Anthology/Collection · 1972 · nominated
  • Locus Award — Best Short Fiction · 1971 · nominated
  • Nebula Award — Best Short Story · 1970 · nominated
  • Nebula Award — Best Novella · 1968 · nominated
  • Hugo Award — Best Short Story · 1963 · nominated
  • Hugo Award — Best Novel · 1961 · nominated
  • Hugo Award — Best Short Story · 1961 · nominated
  • Hugo Award — Best Short Story · 1960 · nominated
  • Hugo Award — Best Novelette · 1956 · nominated
  • Hugo Award — Best Short Story · 1956 · nominated

Filmography3 titles

Star Trek

1966Writer

Land of the Lost

1974Writer

Tales of Tomorrow

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