Russell Kylford is the pseudonym of an indie author who writes science fiction with the precision of a lifelong scholar and the passion of a true futurist. Raised on Asimov, Clarke, Le Guin, Cherryh, Niven, McMaster Bujold, and Herbert, his obsession deepened over time into a connoisseur’s appreciation for Banks, Egan, Stephenson, and all of the many Hugo, Nebula, and Arthur C. Clarke Award winners. With a background in applied science and technology management, he’s spent decades involved in industry regulation, crafting submissions and white papers to improve public policy. He lives in Canberra, Australia, with his wife, balancing future-space visions with watching stand-up comedy and bushwalking. More at: russellklyfordbooks