What are the Sidewise Awards for Alternate History?
Q: What are the Sidewise Awards for Alternate History?
A: The Sidewise Awards for Alternate History are awards given for the best alternate history stories and novels of the year.
Q: Who established the Sidewise Awards for Alternate History?
A: The Sidewise Awards for Alternate History were established by Steven H Silver, Evelyn C. Leeper, and Robert B. Schmunk in 1995.
Q: What is the story "Sidewise in Time" by Murray Leinster about?
A: The story "Sidewise in Time" by Murray Leinster is about a strange storm that makes parts of the Earth exchange places with similar places from other timelines.
Q: How many judges are there for the Sidewise Awards for Alternate History?
A: The number of judges for the Sidewise Awards for Alternate History has changed over the years, ranging from three to eight judges, including judges from the UK and South Africa.
Q: What is the difference between the Short-Form award and the Long-Form award?
A: The Short-Form award is for writing that is shorter than 60,000 words, while the Long-Form award may be for writing that is longer than 60,000 words, including a novel or a complete series of novels.
Q: Are there other awards given besides the Short-Form and Long-Form awards?
A: Yes, the judges may also give a Special Achievement Award, but this is not required every year. Special Achievement awards are for writing that was published before 1995.
Q: When and where are the Sidewise Awards for Alternate History given?
A: The Sidewise Awards for Alternate History are given each year, usually at Worldcon.
