Forrest J Ackerman
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About
A science fiction fan and sci-fi memorabilia collector, he helped popularize the works of such now-legendary writers as Isaac Asimov and Ray Bradbury. He also coined the term 'sci-fi.'
Before Fame
He read his first science fiction story at the age of ten. Later, he briefly studied at the University of California-Berkeley before taking a job as a movie projectionist.
Trivia
He started a science fiction book club in Los Angeles. A young Ray Bradbury was among the club's first members.
Family Life
He was born in Los Angeles, California. He was married to Wendy Wahrman until her death in 1990.
Associated With
He encouraged the science fiction writing career of L. Ron Hubbard.
