Raina Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers. She also adapted and illustrated four graphic novel versions of Ann M. Martin’s Baby-Sitters Club series, and has contributed short stories to many anthologies. Raina’s accolades include six Eisner Awards, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor, a Stonewall Honor, and many Best-of and Notables lists.
Raina has two new books, Facing Feelings: The Art of Raina Telgemeier, An Exhibition Catalogue (August 2024), and The Cartoonists Club: A Graphic Novel (April 2025), written with Scott McCloud. It is a one-of-a-kind friendship story about creativity and self-expression that blends how-to and comics magic.
A critically acclaimed comics artist, Raina Telgemeier grew up in San Francisco, then moved to New York City, where she earned an illustration degree at the School of Visual Arts. Now, Raina lives and works in San Francisco, CA.
Please Note: Raina is currently only available for virtual visits… please be in touch with any questions!
