Piers Anthony
Piers Anthony is an English-born American author who immigrated to the United States at age six.
He graduated from Goddard College and worked various jobs before becoming a full-time writer.
Anthony is best known for his Xanth series, which began with A Spell for Chameleon in 1977.
He has written numerous fantasy and science fiction novels, often incorporating humor and puns into his work.
Anthony is an environmentalist who lives on a tree farm in Florida with his wife.
They have two adult daughters.
Despite his popularity, Anthony's work has faced criticism for its portrayal of gender and sexual themes, particularly in his earlier novels.
