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Cartoonist, Author, Mental Health Advocate

Raina Telgemeier

Bestselling graphic novelist whose illustrated memoirs—including *Smile*, *Guts*, and *Drama*—have introduced millions of young readers to authentic stories about anxiety, trauma, and growing up. Her work normalizes mental health struggles and has been credited with encouraging young people to seek support and therapy.

Known For

Graphic memoirs exploring anxiety and mental healthMaking mental health accessible to young audiencesNormalizing panic attacks and phobias through personal narrative

Canon

Books

Smile(2010)
Guts(2018)
Drama(2012)

Episodes