by Melanie Gillman (Author), Rebecca Mock (Illustrator), Who Hq (Author)
Follow trailblazing journalist Nellie Bly on a record-breaking trip around the world in this exciting graphic novel about one of America's first female investigative reporters.
Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1
New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!
Discover how Nellie Bly made headlines in 1889 with one of her most iconic and sensational stunts--a world record-setting race around the globe. A story of daring, adventure, and pushing boundaries, this graphic novel highlights how Nellie Bly challenged traditional gender norms and helped pave the way for women in journalism. Atmospheric full-color illustrations bring this sharp narrative to life, immersing readers in Nellie's globe-trotting exploits.
Author Biography
Melanie Gillman (they/them) is a graphic novelist and colored pencil artist who specializes in queer and trans comics for middle grade and YA readers. They are the creator of several graphic novels, including As the Crow Flies, Stage Dreams, and Other Ever Afters. Their work has won numerous awards, including a Society of Illustrators Gold Medal, an Excellence in Graphic Literature Award, and a Stonewall Honor Award. In addition to their comics work, they also are a professor at California College of the Arts, where they teach classes in the comics MFA program.
Rebecca Mock (they/them) is a
New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning comic book artist and illustrator, known for illustrating adventure and fantasy comics such as
Salt Magic and
Compass South as well as contemporary comics such as
Dare You to Dance. They also work as a background artist for animation and as an adjunct professor at FIT's illustration MFA program. In addition to reading comics and historical nonfiction, they love opera and ballet. Rebecca lives and works in Brooklyn, New York. Find them on Instagram @rebeccamock.
Number of Pages: 64
Dimensions: 0.24 x 7.65 x 5.44 IN
Publication Date: August 11, 2026
