Grace Ellis

Grace Ellis is an American journalist and writer for comics and television, best known as the co-creator of the beloved all-ages series *Lumberjanes*. Born in 1950, Ellis broke into comics in 2014, bringing a sharp, character-driven sensibility to the medium. Her breakout work, *Lumberjanes*, earned her the Eisner Award for Best New Series and Best Publication for Teens in 2015, establishing her as a fresh voice in adventure storytelling. She later won Best Reality-Based Work in 2023 for *Flung Out of Space*, a graphic novel about science fiction author Joanna Russ, and received a nomination for Best Writer. Ellis’s signature style blends humor, heart, and inclusive themes, often in collaboration with artists like Noelle Stevenson. Beyond *Lumberjanes*, she has written for DC Comics, including *Diana and the Hero’s Journey*, *Lois Lane and the Friendship Challenge*, and *Truth & Justice*, showcasing her versatility across superhero and slice-of-life narratives. Active through 2023, Ellis continues to influence comics with her focus on diverse, character-centric stories. Her legacy is rooted in creating welcoming, adventurous worlds for young readers, and her Eisner wins underscore her impact on modern comics.