M.C.A. Hogarth

Daughter of two Cuban political exiles, M.C.A. Hogarth was born a foreigner in the American melting pot and has had a fascination for the gaps in cultures and the bridges that span them ever since. She has held many jobs, but is currently a full-time parent, artist, writer and anthropologist to aliens, both human and otherwise.

For a complete reading order, check http://mcahogarth.org. Or for a quick-start:

Mindtouch (story of forever friendship in SF setting)

Earthrise (space adventure romance romp)

An Heir to Thorns and Steel (epic fantasy)

Spots the Space Marine (military SF, tense, quick-paced)

The Worth of a Shell (tri-sexed alien society fantasy)

Black Blossom (sociological SF, philosophical, quiet)