Weir’s dreams came true when his self-published novel became a movie smash.

In his own words, the author tells us how 2015 changed his life.

We said goodbye to Don Draper and hello to Adele.

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Doughnuts were licked, and dinos were vanquished.

So join us as we revisit the years most unforgettable moments for better or worse.

(By the time were through, maybe well finally have our invitation to join Taylors #squad.)

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But the real awesome thing was when they sent methe first trailer.

It was all my dreams coming true.

I also got to hang out with Bill Nye andNeil deGrasse Tyson, who liked the movie.

I was worried about his reaction even while I was writing the book.

I was like, What if Neil deGrasse Tyson reads it?

I cant claim any credit forthe success of the film: All I did was provide the story.

As told to Isabella Biedenharn.