Description
"Kellie is probably one of the best ambassadors for spaceflight in the 21st century that the industry could have." Lucy Hawking, author of George's Secret Key to the Universe and host of Audible's Lucy in the Sky.
#1 Bestseller in Astronomy & Space Science, Universe
Follow aerospace science professional Kellie Gerardi's non-traditional path in the space industry as she guides and encourages anyone who has ever dreamed about stars, the solar system, and the galaxies in space.
Ever wondered what it's like to work in outer space? In this candid science memoir and career guide, Kellie Gerardi offers an inside look into the industry beginning to eclipse Silicon Valley. Whether you have a space science degree or are looking to learn about stars, Kellie Gerardi's, Not Necessarily Rocket Science proves there's room for anyone who is passionate about exploration.
What it's like to be a woman in space. With a space background and a mission to democratize access to space, this female astronaut candidate offers a front row seat to the final frontier. From her adventures training for Mars to testing spacesuits in microgravity, this unique handbook provides inspiration and guidance for aspiring female astronauts everywhere.
Look inside for answers to questions like:
- Will there be beer on Mars?
- Why do I need to do one-handed pushups in microgravity?
- How can I possibly lose a fortune in outer space?
If you're looking for women in science gifts, astronomy books for adults, or NASA stories or enjoyed, the Galaxy Girls book, Letters from an Astrophysicist by Neil deGrasse Tyson, or How to Astronaut then you'll love Not Necessarily Rocket Science.
Social Media: Instagram: (verified account) 100k+ followers, https://www.instagram.com/kelliegerardi/ Gender Split: 70% women, 30% men Age Range: 10% of followers are 13-17; 36% are 18-24; 34% 25-34 Twitter: 7k+ followers, https://twitter.com/kelliegerardi Facebook: (verified account) 2k+ followers, https://www.facebook.com/kelliegerardi Wikipedia Page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kellie_Gerardi Personal Website: www.kelliegerardi.com Style Blog: www.the-paper-rocket.com Author's Instagram: Kellie's verified Instagram account already has a following of more than one hundred thousand space enthusiasts. She will use Instagram and her personal website to promote Not Necessarily Rocket Science and hold bi-weekly book giveaways. Conferences Book Signings: Kellie is a frequent speaker, panelist and moderator at space industry conferences across the US. These forums will provide a platform to promote her book and allow her to connect with a continually renewing audience of space enthusiasts. Additionally, Kellie would like to make appearances across a number of bookstores to sign copies and host discussions and speed mentoring sessions. Endorsements: Kellie will draw upon her rolodex of space industry friends and colleagues-including NASA astronauts, television show hosts, and fellow space influencers, to amplify news of the book release and help cross-promote. Space Websites and Magazines: Kellie's writing has appeared in the Huffington Post, Popular Mechanics, Popular Science, and Space.com. Her space journalism contacts will be valuable allies in promoting Not Necessarily Rocket Science to the broader space community. As a way of generating even broader interest, Kellie also plans on pitching articles about non-traditional careers in space to a variety of mainstream magazines, including Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, and Glamour. Media Hits: DailyMail.com (06/27/2021): " 'I'm grateful for Richard Branson's vision to democratize access to space': Meet the Florida mom, 32, who has fulfilled her dream of becoming a citizen astronaut for Virgin Galactic-without a science or engineering background" https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9676905/Meet-mom-32-fulfilled-dream-citizen-astronaut-Virgin-Galactic.html Daily Mail Snapchat: "Mom's Going to Space: Meet the everyday mother who has won slot as citizen astronaut on Virgin Galactic flight" https://story.snapchat.com/p/e16b06a0-5e60-4c3d-9aeb-5fc1a59565d8/1639532298543104/3319586075918336
About the Author
Kellie Gerardi is an aerospace, defense, and technology professional and a popular science communicator. She conducts bioastronautics research in microgravity with the International Institute for Astronautical Sciences (IIAS) and in 2021 was announced as a commercial astronaut and payload specialist contracted to fly on a dedicated research flight with Virgin Galactic. Kellie is the world's first industry-sponsored researcher contracted to fly on a commercial spacecraft. Kellie serves on the Defense Council for the Truman National Security Project and on the Board of Directors for The Explorers Club, whose esteemed flag she carried during a crew rotation at the Mars Desert Research Station. Kellie also holds a leadership role in global Mission Operations at Palantir Technologies. She is the author of Not Necessarily Rocket Science and the children's picture book series Luna Muna. Kellie lives in Jupiter, Florida with her husband Steven and their daughter Delta V.
Reviews
"Kellie Gerardi's Not Necessarily Rocket Science is a unique and compelling guide to living in this age of space exploration, and one that will appeal to anyone who's dreams are larger than the limitations others try to wrap them in. Gerardi is informed, inspiring, and full of humanity, as she takes readers on a personal journey into what it means to be a fully signed-up member of the space age. A must-read for space-dreamers everywhere!"-Andrew Maynard, author of Future Rising "Kellie is probably one of the best ambassadors for spaceflight in the 21st century that the industry could have."-Lucy Hawking, author of George's Secret Key to the Universe and host of Audible's Lucy in the Sky. "Kellie Gerardi's book blasts readers onto a rocket-fueled journey through space and time, the perfect primer for the next space age."-Zara Stone, author of The Future of Science is Female "Space may seem like a pretty intimidating place, open only to fighter pilots or brilliant engineers. But if humans are to ever settle worlds beyond Earth, it will take all kinds to make a society. That's where Not Necessarily Rocket Science comes in a book that makes space accessible and fun, while showing readers where the front door is. Through her own memorable experiences in the space community, from social media stardom to space fashion to Mars missions, Kellie Gerardi deftly offers a sampling of the possible careers in space while helping those who are intrigued find their own pathway. Space needs more engineers, sure. But as Gerardi ably writes, it needs poets too." Eric Berger, senior space editor at Ars Technica
Book Information
ISBN 9781642508031
Author Kellie Gerardi
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint Mango Media
Publisher Mango Media
