Date of Birth: November 2, 1949
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Lois McMaster Bujold is an acclaimed American science fiction and fantasy author, best known for her Vorkosigan Saga, a series of space opera novels centered on the character Miles Vorkosigan. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, and developed an early interest in science fiction, influenced by her father, who was an engineering professor and a science fiction fan. Bujold attended Ohio State University, where she majored in English but did not complete her degree. Her writing career took off in the mid-1980s with the publication of her first novel, “Shards of Honor,” which introduced readers to the Vorkosigan universe. Over the years, Bujold has won numerous awards, including the Hugo, Nebula, and Locus Awards. She has also written the Chalion series, a fantasy series inspired by medieval Europe, and the Sharing Knife series, which blends elements of fantasy and romance. Bujold’s work is known for its complex characters, intricate plots, and exploration of themes such as identity, ethics, and politics. Her novels have garnered a dedicated fan base and have been translated into multiple languages.
5 Interesting Facts about Lois McMaster Bujold
1. Lois McMaster Bujold has won the Hugo Award for Best Novel four times, a record she shares with Robert A. Heinlein.
2. The asteroid 17246 Bujold is named in her honor.
3. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a pharmacy technician to support her family.
4. Bujold’s novel “A Civil Campaign” is known for its homage to Georgette Heyer’s Regency romances.
5. She has been inducted into the Science Fiction Hall of Fame in 2013.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lois McMaster Bujold
1. “The dead cannot cry out for justice. It is a duty of the living to do so for them.”
2. “Reputation is what other people know about you. Honor is what you know about yourself.”
3. “The only thing you can really control is how you react to things out of your control.”
4. “All great human deeds both consume and transform their doers.”
5. “The universe has a terrible sense of humor, and it’s always a joke on you.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
As of the latest estimates, Lois McMaster Bujold’s highest net worth achieved is approximately $5 million.
Children
Lois McMaster Bujold has two children, Anne and Paul. She often credits her children as inspirations in her life and work.
Relevant Links
1. [Lois McMaster Bujold’s Official Website](http://www.dendarii.com/
2. [Lois McMaster Bujold on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lois_McMaster_Bujold
