Melissa Scott
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Summary
Melissa Scott was born on January 1, 1960[1], in Little Rock[2]. She has worked as a novelist[3], science fiction writer[4], and writer[5]. She ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (145 views/month, #7,265 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: August 7, 1960[7]
- Country of citizenship: United States[8]
- Field of work: literary activity[9], science fiction[10], fantasy literature[11], science fiction literature[12]
- Educated at: Harvard University[13], Brandeis University[14], Harvard College[15]
- Notable work: Dreaming Metal[16], Night Sky Mine[17], Proud Helios[18], Trouble and Her Friends[19], The Garden[20]
- Award received: Lambda Literary Award[21], Astounding Award for Best New Writer[22]
- Sex or gender: female[23]
- Genre: feminist science fiction[24]
- Family name: Scott[25]
- Given name: Melissa[26]
- Described by source: Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction[27]
- Nominated for: Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel[28], Locus Award for Best First Novel[29]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[30]
- Name in native language: Melissa Scott[31]
Why It Matters
Melissa Scott has Wikipedia articles in 5 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[32] She is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[33]
FAQs
Where was Melissa Scott born?
Melissa Scott was born in Little Rock[2].
What did Melissa Scott do for work?
Melissa Scott worked as a novelist[3], science fiction writer[4], and writer[5].
Where did Melissa Scott go to school?
Melissa Scott was educated at Harvard University[13], Brandeis University[14], and Harvard College[15].
What awards did Melissa Scott receive?
Honors received include Lambda Literary Award[21] and Astounding Award for Best New Writer[22].