me too 
Isaac Asimov
One of the most prolific writers in history, on any imaginable subject. Cared little for art but created lasting and memorable tales.
H.G. Wells
The first major literary talent to make himself at home in the science fiction field, greatly expanding its popularity.
EE. Doc Smith
he inventor of space opera. His purple space war tales remain well-read generations later.
Unfortunately, I've never heard of him until today.
I am proud to be Arthur C. Clarke::grin::
Nice find, peeper!
Thanks puddin' 
Philip Jos Farmer
This prolific author brings surprising depths to he-man adventure tales, and broke science fiction's prudery barrier.
Arthur C. Clarke
Well known for nonfiction science writing and for early promotion of the effort toward space travel, his fiction was often grand and visionary.
ZemRrushe
You are:
Gregory Benford
A master literary stylist who is also a working scientist.