Joanna Russ (February 22, 1937 - April 29, 2011) was an acclaimed American writer, academic, and feminist. She penned several influential works across the genres of science fiction, fantasy, and feminist literary criticism. How to Suppress Women's Writing is among her notable critical works. She authored a contemporary novel titled On Strike Against God, and a children's book named Kittatinny.

Russ's most renowned work is The Female Man, a groundbreaking novel that deftly weaves together elements of utopian fiction and satire. This seminal piece not only stands out as a compelling narrative but also serves as a potent theoretical text.