Andy Weir – Wikipedia
Andrew Taylor Weir is an American novelist and former computer programmer who won the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 2016 for his novel The Martian, which was adapted into the 2015 film of the same name directed by Ridley Scott.
Early life
Weir was an only child whose parents divorced when he was eight years old; he grew up reading classic science fiction such as Arthur C. Clarke’s and Isaac Asimov’s works, and after high school, he went to the University of California, San Diego, to study computer science.
Writing
Weir began writing science fiction in his twenties and has been publishing work on his website for years, as well as a humor web comic called Casey and Andy, which features fictionalized “mad scientist” versions of himself. His first published novel, The Martian, was adapted into a film starring Matt Damon and Jessica Chastain. He is currently working on his second novel, Artemis, which he describes as a “fantastic adventure.”
Personal life
He is married to Ashley Weir, whom he met while pitching a TV show, and has stated that he is agnostic, with fiscally conservative and socially liberal political views.
Novels
Random House has re-published The Martian (web version 2011; Random House 2014[32]) and Artemis (Random House 2017) under the Project Hail Mary banner in an effort to attract new readers to the project.
Serial novels and long stories
Bonnie MacKenzie: The Life Story of a Mermaid (an on-going story) is the author of a number of books on the subject of Scottish mermaids, including Detectives (1986) and The Romana Chronicles/ The Xoloans (Doctor Who fanfiction).
Short stories
Subterranean Press: Diary of an AssCan (2015), a tie-in prequel to “The Martian”[33] and “Yuri Gagarin Saves the Galaxy” (short story/audiobook). Lacero (prequel to Ready Player One (Ernest Cline, ed.) 2016).
Comics and graphic novels
Random House is publishing Andy Weir’s webcomic Casey and Andy (2001-2008), as well as Cheshire Crossing (independent web version 2006u20132008 with art by Weir; Tapas web version 2017u20132019 and Random House 2019).
Audio
As part of the iBookshop’s Storyteller series, James Moriarty, Consulting Criminal (Audible Studios 2017) and The Egg and Other Stories by James Moriarty are available for pre-order on Audible.
Sourcebooks
GURPS Casey and Andy (Weir’s artwork; David Morgan-Mar’s writing based on Weir’s webcomic; Steve Jackson Games 2005).
Notes
“Lacero” – Andy Weir’s short story fanfic. Galactanet – The Creative Writings of Andy Weir, Casey and Andy (webcomic).
Is Andy Weir writing another book?
Andy Weir’s next book, “Project Hail Mary,” will be released on May 4th. A question about a plot point will elicit a mind-boggling response, a barrage of arcane facts interspersed with self-effacing jokes and casual profanity.
Why did Andy Weir write the Martian?
u201cWith The Martian, I wanted to write a serial that had tons of maths, show your work, all that stuff,u201d says the author. u201cI still have no idea why it has such broad appeal; I guess people liked the main character’s snarkiness.u201d
What should I read if I like Andy Weir?
If you enjoyed Andy Weir’s THE MARTIAN,
- The Martian. by Andy Weir. Book – 2014.
- Packing for Mars. The Curious Science of Life in the Void. by Mary Roach.
- The Explorer. by J. P. Smythe. Book – 2013.
- Rescue Mode. by Ben Bova. Book – 2014.
- Red Mars. by Kim Stanley Robinson. Book – 1993.
- Rendezvous With Rama. by Arthur C. Clarke. Book – 1993.
How old is Andy Weir?
He resides in the state of California.
How accurate is Hail Mary?
Project Hail Mary is a gripping sci-fi disaster adventure that is as much a scientific thesis paper/doomsday guide as it is a gripping sci-fi disaster adventure. It’s perfect if you like smart people solving their problems by being smart, while still being inconceivably charismatic and a little neurotic.
Will there be a Martian 2?
Weir hasn’t given up his pen for a computer code, instead leaving his software development job to pursue writing full-time, and he’ll release a follow-up sometime next year.
Is The Martian a true story?
However, it appears that some viewers of Ridley Scott’s new film, “The Martian,” mistook the stranding of astronaut Mark Watney (played by Matt Damon) on Mars for a true story.
Will there be a The Martian 2?
Andy Weir’s best-selling novel The Martian told the tense story of Mark Watney, an astronaut left behind on Mars (as portrayed by Matt Damon in the film), and his new book, Artemis, takes us back into space.
Why is The Martian so good?
The fact that The Martian is deeply rooted in hard science fiction without pandering to the audience is perhaps the film’s greatest credit; when Mark Watney monologues for the camera, it’s not to brag or be smug; it’s to explain his thought processes while working on a problem that’s critical to his survival.
What should I watch after the Martian?
If you enjoyed The Martian, here are 15 movies you should watch.
- 10 Cast Away (2000) – Available on Tubi.
- 11 Prometheus (2012) – Available on HBO Max.
- 12 Alien (1979) – Available on IMDb TV.
- 13 Apollo 13 (1995) – Available on Starz.
- 14 Arctic (2018) – Available on Starz.
Will Artemis be made into a movie?
20th Century Fox and New Regency have acquired the rights to Artemis and are working to get a film made as soon as possible. Fox has 7 unknown/unnamed Fox films set to release in 2021, 7 more in 2022, and 6 more in 2023, so it’s possible Artemis will be one of them.