Allie Brosh, born on May 18, 1985, is a renowned American blogger, writer, and comic artist, widely celebrated for her blog and webcomic Hyperbole and a Half. Brosh has crafted a unique path, growing up in various small towns across the United States before pursuing her education at the University of Montana. It was there that she initiated Hyperbole and a Half, a blog that combines text with intentionally crude illustrations to tell stories from her life.

Brosh has published two books in the same distinctive style, both achieving the status of New York Times bestsellers. Despite her success, she has faced significant personal challenges, including severe depression and ADHD. These struggles have led to periods of withdrawal from the internet, her blog, and public appearances. Nonetheless, her comics that chronicle her experiences with depression have received acclaim from mental health professionals, professors, and philanthropists alike.

She currently resides in Bend, Oregon, with her husband Duncan, their two dogs, and six pet rats. Brosh's love for writing was sparked at a young age when her mother ingeniously diverted her attention from wrapping the cat in duct-tape to writing a story. Her journey from those early days to becoming an award-winning blogger is a testament to her creativity and resilience.