Laura Lee Gulledge is an American author, illustrator, and educator. She is best known for her graphic novels, including Page by Paige, Will & Whit, and Swallow Me Whole. She is also the author of the young adult novel, The Darkest Part of the Forest. Gulledge has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Huffington Post. She has been a guest speaker at numerous universities and conferences, and has taught classes on comics and graphic novels. Gulledge is passionate about creating stories that explore the complexities of identity, relationships, and mental health. Her work has been praised for its honest and thoughtful approach to difficult topics.