One of the most extraordinary pen name tales. Sci-fi savant James Tiptree Jr. had accolades, admirers and many, many pen pals. Problem was, he didn't exist.

James Tiptree Jr. stories discussed in this episode:

• The Last Flight of Dr. Ain
• The Women Men Don't See

Books mentioned:

• James Tiptree Jr., Her Smoke Rose Up Forever
• Julie Phillips, James Tiptree, Jr.: The Double Life of Alice B. Sheldon