Born in Modena, Italy, Irene Marchesini quickly realized that while she loved cartoons and comics, she also had and all-encompassing passion for writing. She attend the International School of Comics in Reggio Emilia, focusing on scriptwriting. She then tried her hand at a career as cartoonist through small local projects. Her collaboration with Carlotta Dicataldo became a reality with Rebis, their first creation together.

Carlotta DiCataldo was born in Modena, Italy, and currently lives in Bologna. After finishing her studies at the International School of Comics in Reggio Emilia, she debuted as an illustrator and cartoonist in 2017. She has worked with Disney, Dark Horse, Dupuis, Petit à Petit. In 2021, she started teaching cartooning and manga at the Scuola Romana dei Fumetti. In her spare time, she collects art-books and raises beetles.

"This breathtaking coming-of-age tale encapsulates queer and feminine experiences that will resonate with teen readers looking for a sense of belonging in the world. A captivating and empathetic pick for fans of historical fantasy." --Booklist, starred review

"Dicataldo and Marchesini form a cohesive mood for the tale by mixing dark and light in both word and color." --School Library Journal