Marjane Satrapi

Marjane Satrapi is an Iranian-born French graphic novelist, illustrator, filmmaker, and children's book creator. She is widely known for Persepolis, her highly regarded graphic memoir about childhood, revolution, and growing up between cultures. Her visual work often combines bold black-and-white art with sharp, highly personal storytelling. In addition to her memoirs, she writes and illustrates imaginative picture books like Monsters Are Afraid of the Moon. She uses the graphic medium to explore complex historical events and emotional journeys with clarity and wit.