Devorah Major is a California-born author, performer, and granddaughter of immigrants who served as San Francisco's third Poet Laureate. Over a multi-decade career, she has worked widely as a writer, editor, writing coach, actress, and recording artist. She has published two novels—including her award-winning debut An Open Weave—and seven books of poetry, most recently califia’s daughter.​ Her extensive literary contributions include international poetry tours, historical youth books, and a 20-year tenure with the performance group Daughters of Yam. A former poet-in-residence for the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, Major has taught and lectured at numerous academic institutions. Beyond her professional achievements, she is a deeply devoted mother, grandmother, and friend.