Sheri Stewart Tepper was a renowned American writer known for her prolific contributions to the genres of science fiction, horror, and mystery novels. She gained widespread acclaim for her feminist science fiction, characterized by an ecofeminist slant. Her thematic explorations often included sociology, gender, equality, theology, and ecology.

Often referred to as an eco-feminist in the realm of science fiction literature, Tepper personally preferred the label eco-humanist. She crafted narratives that fall into the category of climate fiction, wherein the altering environment of a planet impacts the lives of its inhabitants, intertwining mystery and ecological themes. Notable works include Grass (1989), Beauty (1991), A Plague of Angels (1993), The Family Tree (1997), Six Moon Dance (1998), and Singer from the Sea (1999).

Her writing, though fantastical, delved into real-world injustices and societal issues. Sheri Tepper published under various pseudonyms, including B.J. Oliphant, A.J. Orde, and E.E. Horlak, enriching her literary diversity. Throughout her life, she was committed to exploring complex societal narratives, often through a speculative lens.