Leland Melvin, an astronaut, educator, former NFL player and now author, wants his new 'Space Chasers' series to show kids they can do anything, with the right people in their orbit.

As a high school football player, Melvin got ... but this time catch the freaking ball.’ ” The young player did just that, but this time, he caught the pass to win the game.

Astronaut Leland Melvin and his new graphic novel, 'Space Chasers' ...