Paul Tobin

Paul Tobin is a New York Times-bestselling author recognized for his work in comic books and graphic novels. Tobin has received considerable acclaim for his works, including multiple Eisner Awards and Oregon Book Award nominations. His graphic novel series, "Bandette," illustrated by Colleen Coover, has been a standout success, earning the Eisner Award for Best Digital Series in 2013, 2016, and 2017. Additionally, "Bandette" was a finalist for the Oregon Book Award for Graphic Literature in 2016.

In addition to "Bandette," Tobin's graphic novel "I Was the Cat," illustrated by Benjamin Dewey, received an Eisner nomination in 2015. His horror comic "Colder," created with artist Juan Ferreyra, also received an Eisner nomination in 2015. Tobin's portfolio extends beyond original works to include adaptations of popular media, such as "Plants Vs. Zombies," "Angry Birds," and "The Witcher." His graphic novel, "Earth Boy," illustrated by Ron Chan, was released in 2021.

Tobin has also ventured into middle-grade fiction with "The Genius Factor" series, which includes "How to Capture an Invisible Cat," "How to Outsmart a Billion Robot Bees," and "How to Tame a Human Tornado." The first book in the series debuted in 2016, and the subsequent books followed in 2017 and 2018.