Imaginarium 2026 proudly welcomes Hugo-nominated author Arlan Andrews, Sr. as a Spotlighted Guest! Arlan has been published over 500 times in more than 100 various venues around the world since first appearing in ISAAC ASIMOV’S SCIENCE FICTION MAGAZINE in January 1980.
Arlan is best known for his 40+ stories and non-fiction pieces in Analog SF Magazine, but also recognized for appearing on the ANCIENT ALIENS TV show and YouTube podcasts. Arlan is also the founder and director of SIGMA, the science fiction think tank that provides pro bono futurism for the Federal Government and others.
An inaugural inductee of the Imagination Hall of Fame in 2025, Arlan is also the presenter and host of the new Arlan Andrews, Sr. Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Story Challenge that makes its debut at Imagkinarium 2026.
We are honored to have Arlan join us for our 13th year, taking place July 17-19, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky! For further information on the Imaginarium Convention, please visit www.entertheimaginarium.com