Jillian Tamaki is a cartoonist and illustrator. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, she now lives in New York City, where she teaches at the School of Visual Arts. She has published two books of personal work, Gilded Lilies and Indoor Voice , and one graphic novel, Skim , with Mariko Tamaki. She has made illustrations for some of the world's top publications, including the New York Times and the Guardian , and her work has been included in the Library of Congress. Visit her website, www.jilliantamaki.com.