Katherine V. Forrest is a highly acclaimed author, editor, and mentor in the field of lesbian fiction. She has written several groundbreaking novels, including "Curious Wine," the Kate Delafield mystery series, and the Daughters science-fiction series. Forrest's work has been widely recognized and awarded, including being the recipient of the Publishing Triangle's Bill Whitehead Lifetime Achievement award and winner of four Lambda Literary Awards. She has also been honored with the GCLS 2009 Trailblazer Award, which acknowledges her significant contributions to the field of lesbian literature.
Forrest's impact on the genre extends beyond her own writing, as she has also served as an editor for hundreds of novels and is considered a mentor to many lesbian writers. Her influence in the field has been long-lasting and profound, making her a founding mother of lesbian fiction writing. Forrest's work has been instrumental in creating a space for lesbian stories and voices in literature. She currently resides in the Southern California desert with her partner, Jo, and continues to write, edit, and mentor in the field she loves.