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Mariko Tamaki biography

Mariko Tamaki is a Canadian writer known for her work in young adult fiction and graphic novels. She has collaborated with her cousin, illustrator Jillian Tamaki, on several projects, including the graphic novel Skim, which was published by Groundwood Books in 2008. Skim received critical recognition and was shortlisted for the 2008 Governor General’s Literary Award.

Tamaki is also the author of This One Summer, illustrated by Jillian Tamaki and published by First Second Books in 2014. The book was awarded the 2015 Caldecott Honor and the 2015 Michael L. Printz Honor. In addition to her graphic novels, Tamaki has written prose novels and contributed to comic book series for major publishers.

Her work includes writing for established comic book characters and series, such as She-Hulk for Marvel Comics and Supergirl: Being Super for DC Comics. Tamaki’s writing often explores themes relevant to young people, including identity, relationships, and personal growth.

In 2020, Mariko Tamaki won the Eisner Award for Best Writer, recognising her contributions to the field of comics and graphic novels.