The Anthony Awards are prestigious accolades presented annually at the Bouchercon convention, which is a gathering for mystery and crime fiction enthusiasts. Established in 1986, these awards honor outstanding works in the genre, including novels, short stories, and other contributions to the field. Named after the influential mystery writer Anthony Boucher, the awards are determined by a vote of convention attendees. Categories typically include Best Novel, Best First Novel, and Best Short Story, among others, celebrating both established and emerging authors in the mystery community.