Gwendolyn Willow Wilson, known professionally as G. Willow Wilson, is an American comics writer, prose author, and essayist. Her journey into the literary world has been marked by diverse and acclaimed works, with her most well-known prose including the novels Alif the Unseen and The Bird King. Wilson's foray into the world of comics has been equally impactful, with her relaunch of the Ms. Marvel title for Marvel Comics featuring a 16-year-old Muslim superhero, Kamala Khan.
Wilson's unique voice and narrative style often embrace the genre of magical realism. Her illustrative career began with her graphic novel Cairo, set in Egyptβa country where she spent her twenties. This work was highly regarded by both the American Library Association and the School Library Journal. Additionally, her comic series Air earned an Eisner Award nomination.
As an acclaimed author, Wilson's accolades include winning the World Fantasy Award in 2013 for her novel Alif the Unseen. She has also received the Graphic Literature Innovator Prize at the PEN America Literary Awards in 2015. Her contributions to the comic book industry extend to writing for iconic series such as The X-Men, Superman, and Wonder Woman.
Wilson's works have transcended language barriers, being translated into over a dozen languages, and she continues to influence audiences worldwide. She currently resides in Seattle.