In science fiction, Deb is very involved in the legacy of author Robert Heinlein. She is on the Board of Directors of the Heinlein Society, a charitable organization dedicated to Heinlein’s principle of “Pay It Forward.” She is also the newsletter editor for the Heinlein Society. As webmaster for Heinlein’s estate, the Heinlein Prize Trust, Deb creates and maintains all their websites, writing their articles and press releases, designing and building the landmark online Heinlein Archives.