Locus was recognized by the 1976 Locus Awards as fanzine. It was valued as a channel for news and reader culture in fandom.

Locus is remembered as fanzine in the early Locus Awards.

Richard E. Geis was recognized by the 1976 Locus Awards as critical activity. A sustained critical presence and sharp commentary were recognized.

Richard E. Geis is remembered as critical activity in the early Locus Awards.

Science Fiction Book Club was recognized by the 1976 Locus Awards as publisher (hardcover). Its role in distribution through hardcover selection was recognized.

Science Fiction Book Club is remembered as publisher (hardcover) in the early Locus Awards.

Ballantine Books was recognized by the 1976 Locus Awards as publisher (paperback). It helped support the paperback science-fiction market.

Ballantine Books is remembered as publisher (paperback) in the early Locus Awards.