M. May Zimmer Bradley

Marion Zimmer Bradley was an American author of fantasy novels, renowned for her feminist perspective and her creation of dreamlike, fantastical worlds inspired by early adventure fantasy writers. She crafted expansive series that often explored themes of myth and female power. Her works, including popular series and anthologies, fostered new authors and shaped the speculative fiction landscape. Bradley was a pivotal figure in fandom, an editor who championed female heroines and unique voices, leaving a lasting legacy in the genre.