Olivia Ward Bush-Banks
African-American author, poet, and playwright, celebrated for her contributions to African American and Native American literature.
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Gloria Naylor
American novelist best known for her debut work, “The Women of Brewster Place” (1982), which won the National Book Award for First Novel in 1983.
Gertrude Berg
American actress, screenwriter, and producer best known for her pioneering work in early television.
Bea Arthur
While Bea Arthur is widely recognized for her iconic roles in “Maude” and “The Golden Girls,” her life and career were rich with fascinating, lesser-known aspects.
Marya Chéliga-Loevy
Polish-French writer, playwright, feminist and pacifist.
Helen Laird
Irish actress, costumier, teacher, and feminist
Shelah Richards
Irish actress, director and producer
Bertha Rawlinson
Mary Bertha Rawlinson’s rich contralto voice and splendid acting skills made her a familiar name in New Zealand music and theatre for nearly 40 years.
May Craig
Irish actress
Christine Longford
Irish countess of Longford, novelist, and playwright