I heartily concur with you, Susanne, about Judy Small's songwriting and singing abilities. I hadn't known she was lesbian, but her songs cover the entire spectrum of women's lives and I really appreciate that.

Also would want to recommend Carol McCombs, now recording on Kalaidescope Records. She was part of the mid-60s duo Kathy & Carol but is now soloing or part of other endeavors.

Folksie