Dav Pilkey

Dav Pilkey is an American cartoonist, author, and illustrator of children's books, best known for creating the bestselling Captain Underpants and Dog Man series. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, he struggled with ADHD and dyslexia as a child, often spending time in the school hallway where he began drawing the characters that would later make him famous. His work is celebrated for its humor, empathy, and ability to engage reluctant readers.