Lois McMaster Bujold is a highly acclaimed American author known for her works in science fiction and fantasy. Born in 1949, she is celebrated for her Vorkosigan Saga, a series of novels blending space opera with political intrigue and character-driven storytelling. The saga has earned her multiple Hugo Awards, including for novels like The Vor Game and Mirror Dance. She also won the Nebula Award for Paladin of Souls, a fantasy novel set in her World of the Five Gods series.

Bujold’s writing is praised for its wit, depth, and exploration of themes like identity, morality, and resilience. Her works have left a lasting impact on speculative fiction, and she was named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction Writers of America in 2019.