The Bram Stoker Award is an annual award presented by the Horror Writers Association (HWA) to recognize outstanding achievements in horror and dark fantasy literature. Named after the famous author Bram Stoker, best known for his novel Dracula, the award honors works published in various categories, including novels, short stories, and screenplays. Established in 1987, the Bram Stoker Award aims to promote and celebrate the genre of horror writing. Winners are selected by members of the HWA, and the awards are typically presented at the annual StokerCon event, which brings together writers, readers, and fans of horror literature.