Date of Birth: March 7, 1945
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Elizabeth Moon, born Susan Elizabeth Norris, is a renowned American science fiction and fantasy author best known for her “Vatta’s War” and “The Deed of Paksenarrion” series. Born in March 7, 1945, in McAllen, Texas, Moon’s early life was steeped in the rich cultural milieu of southern Texas. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in History from Rice University in 1968 and a Master’s degree in Biology from the University of Texas at Austin in 1975. Before embarking on her writing career, Moon served in the United States Marine Corps, an experience that significantly influenced her military science fiction works. Her debut novel, “Sheepfarmer’s Daughter” (1988), won the Compton Crook Award, marking the beginning of a prolific writing career. Moon’s works often explore themes of military life, duty, and honor, infused with detailed world-building and strong, complex characters. She has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Nebula Award for Best Novel for “The Speed of Dark” (2003), a poignant exploration of autism.
5 Interesting Facts about Elizabeth Moon
1. Elizabeth Moon served in the United States Marine Corps, attaining the rank of 1st Lieutenant.
2. She has a son with autism, which inspired her award-winning novel “The Speed of Dark.”
3. Moon is an accomplished musician and plays the French horn.
4. She once considered a career in opera before deciding to pursue writing.
5. Elizabeth Moon has also written articles on space research and exploration.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Elizabeth Moon
1. “Duty is heavier than a mountain, death lighter than a feather.”
2. “You don’t have to be crazy to write, but it helps.”
3. “The real problem with fiction writing, is that you can never know whether your work is any good, because the feedback loop is so long.”
4. “A good commander knows he is only as good as the people he commands.”
5. “Science fiction is not about predicting the future, it’s about making people think about the future.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Elizabeth Moon’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Elizabeth Moon has one son, Michael, who was diagnosed with autism. His experiences and challenges partly inspired her novel, “The Speed of Dark.”
Relevant Links
1. [Elizabeth Moon’s Official Website](http://www.elizabethmoon.com/
2. [Elizabeth Moon on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Moon
3. [Goodreads – Elizabeth Moon](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/39014.Elizabeth_Moon
4. [Interview with Elizabeth Moon on Locus Magazine](http://www.locusmag.com/2008/Issue07_Moon.html
5. [Elizabeth Moon’s Page on Fantastic Fiction](https://www.fantasticfiction.com/m/elizabeth-moon/
