Go For Launch - Merlin & His Friends (1st Ed.)
THE FIRST EVER SPACEX-INSPIRED ILLUSTRATED BOOK Introducing Go For Launch Comics: Merlin & His Friends, the first book in the Go For Launch series! Go For Launch is largely narrated by Merlin the rocket engine, with each character introducing itself and telling the story of how they work together to complete a mission. The first book's timeline covers the first orbital rocket booster landing in history, the first drone ship landings, reusability, and getting ready for Pad 39A. The second book is in progress and will include Falcon Heavy, Starhopper, Starship development, and Commercial Crew! Every book contains easter eggs that parents and engineers will enjoy. THE BACK STORY: Go For Launch: Merlin & His Friends is the very first SpaceX-inspired illustrated children's book, created in 2016. It was created by Abby Garrett, an artist who lives near the SpaceX McGregor test site. She heard engine tests every day for years and followed SpaceX's progress. When she was invi