Ian McDonald is a British author known for his work in science fiction. Born on March 31, 1960, in Manchester, he has established a reputation for creating imaginative narratives and complex characters. His writing often explores themes of technology, culture, and identity, reflecting a deep understanding of science and its implications. With numerous novels and short stories to his name, McDonald has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated readership in the speculative fiction community. He continues to contribute to the genre with his innovative storytelling.
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Your next birthday is 59 days away.
Place of Birth
Time Zone - Europe/London (0:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Ian
God is gracious
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Generation Group
Ian McDonald belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Manchester
Occupation: science fiction author | science fiction writer | novelist | writer | screenwriter
Awards Received: BSFA Award for Best Short Fiction | Planète SF Bloggers' Award | BSFA Award for Best Novel | Bob Morane Prize | Locus Award for Best First Novel | Philip K. Dick Award | Hugo Award for Best Novelette | John W. Campbell Memorial Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire | Theodore Sturgeon Award | Hayakawa Award
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Ephemeris for March 31, 1960
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on March 31, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for March 31, 2024 |
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| Sun | 10 Aries 46 | 11 Aries 16 | 12 Gemini 53 |
| Moon | 29 Taurus 10 | 21 Sagittarius 9 | 22 Virgo 34 |
| Mercury | 14 Pisces 20 | 27 Aries 6 | 1 Cancer 8 |
| Venus | 19 Pisces 0 | 24 Pisces 14 | 7 Gemini 40 |
| Mars | 28 Aquarius 38 | 6 Pisces 37 | 17 Aries 32 |
| Jupiter | 2 Capricorn 53 | 17 Taurus 14 | 0 Capricorn 37 |
| Saturn | 18 Capricorn 9 | 13 Pisces 29 | 17 Capricorn 44 |
| Uranus | 17 Leo 12 | 20 Taurus 47 | 17 Leo 40 |
| Neptune | 8 Scorpio 28 | 27 Pisces 53 | 6 Scorpio 50 |
| Pluto | 4 Virgo 2 | 1 Aquarius 51 | 3 Virgo 40 |
| Rahu | 23 Virgo 55 | 16 Aries 5 | 20 Virgo 32 |
| Ketu | 23 Pisces 55 | 16 Libra 5 | 20 Pisces 32 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.Ian McDonald's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Saturn conjunction Mercury
Exact: 11 January, 2025 - Mars aspects Mars
Exact: 11 January, 2025 - Mars opposition Saturn
Exact: 10 February, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Venus
Exact: 20 February, 2025 - Mars opposition Saturn
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Ketu
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Saturn opposition Rahu
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Rahu conjunction Ketu
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Rahu
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Mars aspects Mercury
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Saturn sextile Moon
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Mars aspects Venus
Exact: 31 May, 2025 - Jupiter trine Mars
Exact: 10 June, 2025 - Mars opposition Venus
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Jupiter trine Mercury
Exact: 19 August, 2025 - Rahu conjunction Venus
Exact: 19 August, 2025 - Saturn sextile Moon
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Saturn
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter trine Venus
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Rahu conjunction Mercury
Exact: 07 November, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 27 November, 2025 - Saturn conjunction Ketu
Exact: 27 November, 2025 - Saturn opposition Rahu
Exact: 27 November, 2025 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 07 December, 2025
