Gene Luen Yang

Gene Luen Yang is a comic book writer and artist known for his work on graphic novels and superhero comics.

He served as the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, promoting diverse reading.

Yang's works include American Born Chinese, Boxers & Saints, and the Avatar: The Last Airbender series.

He has received numerous awards, including the Printz Award, Eisner Award, and a MacArthur Fellowship.

Yang's comics often explore themes of identity, culture, and heroism.

His recent works include Dragon Hoops and Superman Smashes the Klan, continuing his focus on diverse storytelling and engaging narratives for young readers.