Thus, a Black woman science fiction — or fantasy — writer might be the most prescient writers of these genres. The field has long been run by mostly white men: the J.R.R. Tolkiens, Philip K.

A black woman writing in a genre dominated by white males, her work was most highly praised for the depth of its humanity. She was the first science fiction writer to receive a MacArthur ...

More than 100 women science fiction writers, (1990 ... A bibliographical guide to African-American women writers, (1993). R016.81 J761 Schwartz, Narda Lacey. Articles on women writers, volume 2, ...

Butler was one of the first Black women to gain prominence as a science fiction writer. Her novels, such as her most famous ...

Looking to add some new books to your shelves? We have a few suggestions… Everyone can probably name a handful of black female authors, from Toni Morrison, Maya Angelou and Roxane Gay to our ...

She’s not just a science fiction writer, though she’s written 13 books and the words science fiction often follow her name – as in “one of the few black female science fiction writers.” She’s not just ...