P. J. Plauger

P.J. Plauger: -- began computer programming in 1963 and has largely earned a living writing and licensing software ever since. -- earned an AB in Physics (Princeton) in 1965, then a PhD in Nuclear Physics (Michigan State) in 1969, and hasn't done a lick of physic since. -- began writing textbooks and numerous magazine articles on computer programming in 1973. -- began writing science fiction in 1973 and, despite early acclaim, hasn't found nearly enough time to write it since. -- moved to Concord, Massachusetts in 1980 and still lives there with his wife Tana and sister Margaret. -- is a member of the American Physical Society, a Life Member of IEEE, and a Lifetime Active member of SFWA. -- can be reached at books@plauger.com or www.facebook.com/plaugerbooks.