Scarlett Thomas

While Scarlett Thomas has not accumulated a large trophy case, her influence on contemporary postmodern fiction is notable. The End of Mr. Y was shortlisted for the Arthur C. Clarke Award in 2009, placing her among the genre's most innovative writers. Her Worldquake series has been praised for its originality and has introduced a new generation to her imaginative worlds. As a professor, she has helped shape the careers of many emerging writers, an accolade in itself.