While Ursula K. Le Guin may not always receive the same level of mainstream attention as some authors, calling her “underrated” overlooks her significant recognition and influence. She has won numerous prestigious awards, including multiple Hugos, Nebulas, and a National Book Award, and her works are widely studied in academic circles. Her ideas have shaped both literature and philosophical discourse, particularly in feminist and ecological thought. Rather than being underrated, Le Guin occupies a unique space: celebrated by those who engage deeply with her work, even if she isn’t a household name in casual literary conversations. Her impact is enduring and well-documented, making her more “selectively appreciated” than truly underrated.