Nancy Kress

Nancy Kress is an acclaimed American science fiction author known for her Hugo and Nebula-winning novella "Beggars in Spain," later expanded into a novel.

She began her writing career in 1976 and has since published numerous novels and short stories.

Kress is a regular columnist for Writer's Digest and frequently teaches at writing workshops, including Clarion and The Writers Center in Bethesda, Maryland.

Her expertise in crafting compelling narratives has made her a respected figure in both science fiction and writing instruction circles.

In 2008-2009, Kress served as the Picador Guest Professor for Literature at the University of Leipzig's Institute for American Studies in Germany.