Pénélope Bagieu

Pénélope Bagieu was born on 22 January 1982 in Paris, France. She is best known for her blog-based webcomics, particularly *Les Culottées*, which was later compiled into the English-language graphic novel *Brazen: Rebel Ladies Who Rocked the World*. Her work also includes the webcomics *California Dreamin'* and *Joséphine*, as well as the blog *My Quite Fascinating Life*. Bagieu’s path into comics began with these online serials, which showcased her lively, accessible linework and talent for biographical and humorous storytelling. She typically serves as both writer and artist, handling coloring, inking, and lettering on her projects. Her signature style blends clean, expressive cartooning with a warm, informative tone, often centering on women’s lives and historical figures. In 2019, she received an Eisner Award for Best U.S. Edition of International Material for *Brazen: Rebel Ladies Who Rocked the World*. Over a career spanning from 2013 to 2022, she has been credited on 19 issues, with her most recognized titles including *Unerschrocken*, *Culottées*, and *Hexen hexen*. Bagieu continues to be a prominent voice in European comics, celebrated for bringing overlooked stories to a global audience.