Andy Weir

Andy Weir (also credited as Andrew Taylor Weir) is an American novelist born on June 16, 1972, in Davis, California. Known for science-forward storytelling that blends humor with rigorous problem-solving, Weir has become a prominent modern voice in space and tech-driven fiction.

He broke into the mainstream with his 2011 novel The Martian, a survival tale set on Mars that later became the hit 2015 film directed by Ridley Scott. The success of the adaptation helped cement Weir’s reputation for crafting cinematic, high-concept narratives grounded in real-world science.

Weir’s accolades include the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer (2016). His 2021 novel Project Hail Mary continued his momentum, earning recognition as a finalist for the 2022 Hugo Award for Best Novel.

Beyond the page, Weir has appeared as himself in screen and documentary projects such as The Mars Generation, MARS: Inside SpaceX, Indie Author, and guest segments on The New Screen Savers and Padre's Corner, reflecting his close ties to popular science culture.