23rd World Science Fiction Convention
| Loncon II, the 23rd World Science Fiction Convention | |
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| Genre | Science fiction |
| Venue | Mount Royal Hotel |
| Location(s) | London |
| Country | England |
| Inaugurated | 27-30 August 1965 |
| Attendance | 350 |
| Filing status | Non-profit |
The 23rd World Science Fiction Convention, also known as Loncon II, was held 27–30 August 1965 at the Mount Royal Hotel in London, United Kingdom.[1] It was the second Worldcon to be held in London, following the original Loncon in 1957.[2]
The chairman was Ella Parker. The guest of honour was Brian W. Aldiss. The toastmaster was Tom Boardman. Total attendance was approximately 350.[3]
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Awards
The Hugo Awards, named after Hugo Gernsback, are presented every year for the best science fiction or fantasy works and achievements of the previous year. Results are based on the ballots submitted by members of the World Science Fiction Society.[4]
- Best Novel: The Wanderer by Fritz Leiber
- Best Short Story: "Soldier, Ask Not" by Gordon R. Dickson
- Best Dramatic Presentation: Dr. Strangelove
- Best Professional Artist: John Schoenherr
- Best Professional Magazine: Analog
- Best Fanzine: Yandro edited by Robert and Juanita Coulson
- Publisher: Ballantine Books
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| Preceded by | List of Worldcons 23rd World Science Fiction Convention in London, U.K. (1965) |
Succeeded by 24th World Science Fiction Convention Tricon in Cleveland, USA (1966) |
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