Welcome to Dreams of a Scientist

We are a community of scientists and artists who use storytelling to share scientific research and journeys with the public. From illustrated children’s books featuring active marine scientists, to free postcards showcasing local marine biologists in breweries and coffee shops, we are putting science where you would least expect to see it!

Our book is officially out!

Our book is officially out!

Our founder smiling while holding our children’s book "Dreams of a Scientist: Lessons from the Sea" in front of leafy greenery.

After more than two years, of drafting, designing, and learning all about how to self-publish a book, we have officially released our book Dreams of a Scientist: Lessons from the Sea!

Our book follows Margo, a shy girl who finds her confidence on an underwater adventure. Along the way, she meets 20 real scientists whom we interviewed to incorporate their research and journeys. By highlighting scientists from diverse backgrounds, this story will provide readers with role models who resemble themselves! Margo’s adventure and the scientists’ autobiographies will emphasize our message that anyone passionate and curious about our oceans can be a marine scientist, regardless of their background or identity.

Learn more about our projects!

  • Person kneeling on seaweed-covered rocks beside a calm coastal inlet, with rugged cliffs, forested shoreline, blue water, and clouds.

    Made in Your Community

    See how we are sharing scientists stories and research in local businesses!

  • Children's book cover, “Dreams of a Scientist: Lessons from the Sea,” showing a child swimming underwater alongside a red octopus surrounded by seaweed.

    Our Children's Book

    Dreams of a Scientist: Lessons from the Sea is a children’s book that shares the research and journeys of 20 active marine scientists.

  • Science-themed stickers featuring sharks, scientists, an orca, and an octopus with brain facts

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    We will publish our book in mid-2026, but in the meantime, you can preorder our book for a discounted price and check out our merch!

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