Countdown to local author's 'Launch' party Oct. 15

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Outskirts Press and local author Steve Browne are proud to announce a book launch party for a new inspirational novel depicting the incredible journey of a NASA scientist born with cerebral palsy titled, “How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun and Profit.” The event occurs October 15 at the Carson Cigar Company (318 N Carson St Ste 101).

About The Book.
“How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun and Profit.” is a creative memoir, a fictional retelling of the incredible story of Katie May Browne, a Carson City girl who rose from being afflicted with cerebral palsy to graduating first in her class, Top Scholar in the College of Engineering at the University of Nevada Reno, attending the NASA Academy For Future Leaders, and then joining NASA as an employee at the Goddard Flight Space Center in College Park, Maryland where she dedicates herself to unlocking the mysteries of the universe. Going through Carson City schools and graduating with honors from Carson High in 2006, Katie is truly a "local girl makes good" story and an inspirational example of overcoming adversity and gaining success.

At the book launch party, Katie's father and author of the book, Steve Browne, will be available to sign copies and answer questions about this incredible story. He is available for interviews and can be contacted at carcigar@aol.com or 775-741-3277. The book is also available for sale on Amazon.com in paperback and kindle editions, at Barnes and Noble.com in paperback, and at OutskirtsPress.com in paperback and e-book versions.

Book Launch Party
Monday, October 15th from 4 PM to 9 PM
318 N Carson St Ste 101

Debut Book Price: $14.95 (Discounted from $18.95)
Enjoy Complimentary champagne and chocolates
Raffle tickets with every book purchase good for prizes to include additional copies of the book and
Grand Prize of complimentary signed edition and tickets for two to accompany the author to the upcoming Jorma Kaukonen concert at High Sierra Brewery on October 18.

About Carson Cigar Company
Carson Cigar Company, established in 1995, is a mainstay on the downtown bar scene. A full-service upscale cigar store and bar, Carson Cigar Company has been closely involved with downtown revitalization efforts in Carson City since its founding 17 years ago. They have sponsored or participated in downtown events for years, including Nevada Day, Taste of Downtown, sponsoring the Rocking The Square celebration on Telegraph Square, and more. For more information contact Wendy Garner, General Manager, at 775-884-4402.

Summary:
On a cold winter day, in a little town in the mountains, a baby girl is born dead. Revived, brought back to life, her mother rescued from almost the same fate, the little baby not only survives but begins to thrive, in her own way, and at her own pace. Afflicted with cerebral palsy, slowly she learns the basics of how to live, to walk, to talk, to find ways to adapt to a world made for normal people, ordinary people. Taught from an early age to believe in the magic of Disney, that if one truly believes, if one can dream it, one can do it, the little girl grows into a woman. But will she overcome all obstacles and achieve her dream of reaching for the stars? Will she graduate at the top of her class in a major university and be offered her dream position with NASA working on a project that will help to unravel the mysteries of the universe? Written in the third person, this touching memoir, based on a true story, unfolds primarily through the eyes of the father who, in the end, has to admit that he did not so much raise his daughter… as she raised him.

About the Author, Steven A Browne
Steven A Browne is a frequent writer, lecturer and motivational speaker to the gaming industry. He has published two books on gaming service and sales. This is his first novel. He holds a BA in English and Creative Writing from the University of Colorado. He lives in Carson City, Nevada with his wife Robin and has two children, Katie May and Chris. Check out the incredible true story of his daughter at www.howtoraisearocketscientist.com