The Kitschies are the prize for progressive, intelligent and entertaining novels that contain elements of the speculative or fantastic. Founded in 2008, The Kitschies are a juried prize, awarded annually in a number of categories, including novel, debut novel and cover art.

This challenge invites you to read all the Kitschie Red Tentacle (Best Novel) and Golden Tentacle (Best Debut) Award-winners since their inception through 2024. Bonus are the Inky Tentacle winners (Best Cover Art).

Notes: Only the Red Tentacle was awarded in 2009. No awards were held in 2016 or 2021.