Edward Ashton

Edward Ashton, born January 10, 1968, in Fairfax, Virginia, has been doing his thing in the world of writing for a while. The guy’s got some serious chops, especially with that wild project, Mickey 17, dropping in 2025. Folks who know their sci-fi are probably already buzzing about it—it’s based on his novel “Mickey7,” which, honestly, is one of those twisted, smart, darkly funny books that stick with you. Ashton isn’t one of those writers who sits quietly in the background, either. He’s got this knack for mashing together sharp wit, existential dread, and a little bit of hope, usually with characters who are kind of a mess but somehow still lovable. Tales from the Bridge (2021) is another one that shows off his range. It’s not just about spaceships or tech gone wrong—it’s the human stuff that hits you. Ashton’s stories dig into what makes people tick when the universe decides to throw the weirdest, most impossible situations their way. His style? Unfiltered, a little offbeat, but honest. He doesn’t sugarcoat the messiness of surviving (or not surviving) in his worlds. You can tell he’s having fun with it, poking at big questions without ever getting preachy. Born and raised in Virginia, Ashton brings a kind of grounded, relatable feel to his work—even when things get seriously bizarre. If you’re into sci-fi that makes you laugh, think, and maybe freak out a little, his stuff’s worth checking out.