Aug 22, 2011

Sonja Alexander Headquarters, Washington
202-358-1761 sonja r alexander@nasa gov

Enidia Santiago-Arce/Rob Gutro
Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Md 301-286-8497/4044 enidia santiago-arce@nasa gov/ robert j gutro@nasa gov

RELEASE: 11-273

NASA AND TOR-FORGE BOOKS PARTNER IN THEMED SCIENCE FICTION WORKS

GREENBELT, Md -- In an effort to introduce, inform and inspire readers about NASA, the agency's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md has partnered with Tor-Forge Books to develop and publish a series of science-fiction-themed books

Referred to as "NASA Inspired Works of Fiction," these books will be based on concepts pertinent to current and future agency missions and operations

"Ultimately this agreement will benefit the public, as we look for innovative ways to communicate our past and current achievements, while focusing on the needs of the future," said Nona Cheeks, who directs Goddard's Innovative Partnerships initiatives

Many people who work in science and technology often credit science fiction as a significant inspiration for their career choices The enormous popularity of science fiction is a key element in this collaboration to make the books a gateway to the general public and generate awareness of the significant role NASA plays in our everyday live

NASA will pair scientists and engineers with Tor-Forge writers to help raise awareness and enhance public interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) NASA's goal is to attract and retain students focused on STEM studies, strengthening the agency and the nation's future workforce

For more information about available technologies from Goddard, visit:

http://ipp gsfc nasa gov

For more information about ways to partner with NASA, visit:

http://octpartneringtool nasa gov

For information about NASA and agency programs, visit:

http://www nasa gov

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