Kate Wilhelm in Orbit

From 1966 to 1980, Damon Knight's Orbit series showcased premier science fiction writing, featuring nineteen stories by Kate Wilhelm across its 21 volumes. Among her notable works are "Where Late the Sweet Birds Sang," a Hugo award-winning exploration of infertility and cloning, and "The Planners," which earned the Nebula Award for best short story. Her narratives, which include psychological road trips, insights from a wise alien, and a stormy bus depot encounter, blend prophetic themes with relatable, everyday concerns.