Finalist, Best Novella, 1980

Ker-Plop

Ted Reynolds (opens in a new tab)

Asimov’s Jan 1979

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The ballot

Enemy MineBarry B. LongyearAsimov’s Sep 1979Winner
SonghouseOrson Scott CardAnalog Sep 1979
The Moon Goddess and the SonDonald KingsburyAnalog Dec 1979
The Battle of the Abaco ReefsHilbert SchenckF&SF Jun 1979