Date of Birth: November 24, 1948
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
Biography
Spider Robinson is an acclaimed American-born Canadian science fiction author, renowned for his humorous and insightful works. Born on November 24, 1948, in the Bronx, New York City, he eventually became a pivotal figure in science fiction literature. Robinson graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1967 with a degree in English. His writing career began in earnest in the early 1970s, with his first published story, “The Guy with the Eyes,” appearing in Analog Science Fiction and Fact in 1973. Robinson is perhaps best known for his “Callahan’s Crosstime Saloon” series, which began with a series of short stories and evolved into a series of novels. These stories are set in a fictional bar where patrons share their extraordinary tales and experiences. The series is noted for its humor, puns, and philosophical musings on life and humanity. Throughout his career, Robinson has received numerous accolades, including the Hugo, Nebula, and Locus Awards. He also collaborated with his wife, Jeanne Robinson, on the “Stardance” series, which explored themes of dance and zero-gravity environments. Jeanne, a professional dancer and choreographer, provided the inspiration and expertise for the series. Spider Robinson’s works are celebrated for their wit, optimism, and deep empathy for the human condition. Despite facing personal and professional challenges, including the loss of his wife to cancer in 2010, Robinson has continued to write and advocate for science fiction as a powerful medium for exploring social and philosophical issues.
5 Interesting Facts about Spider Robinson
1. Spider Robinson’s real first name is Paul; he adopted the nickname “Spider” during his college years.
2. Robinson and his wife Jeanne lived on Bowen Island, British Columbia, Canada, where they co-wrote several works.
3. He won the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 1974.
4. Robinson is a vocal advocate for the legalization of marijuana and has incorporated his views into his writing.
5. He has also worked as a book reviewer, contributing to publications like Galaxy Science Fiction and Analog Science Fiction and Fact.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Spider Robinson
1. “Shared pain is lessened; shared joy, increased—thus do we refute entropy.”
2. “Callahan’s is a place where it is impossible to tell a lie.”
3. “You don’t have to be a big name to do big things.”
4. “Writing is a profession where you have to keep proving your talent to people who have none.”
5. “The universe doesn’t waste anything. Sometimes, one life is enough.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Spider Robinson’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Spider Robinson and Jeanne Robinson had a daughter named Terri Luanna da Silva. Terri tragically passed away in 2014.
Relevant Links
1. [Spider Robinson’s Official Website](http://www.spiderrobinson.com/
2. [Goodreads Author Page](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/64938.Spider_Robinson
3. [Wikipedia Page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spider_Robinson
4. [Interview with Spider Robinson](https://www.locusmag.com/2001/Issue08/Robinson.html
5. [Callahan’s Crosstime Saloon Series on Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/series/57741-callahan
