Clifford R. (Kip) McMurray is a freelance writer who’s been an sf reader and space activist practically from birth. He has served on the National Space Society Board of Directors, including a term as Executive Vice-President and Policy Committee Co-Chairman. He was a founder of the NSS Space Blitz, an annual citizen lobbyist event. He’s the CEO of an editing and manuscript coaching company for authors and public speakers. He also filks and sings Irish music at the local pub.