T. Kingfisher is the pen name of Ursula Vernon, used for works intended for older audiences.  She is an American freelance writer, artist and illustrator. She is best known for her Hugo Award-winning graphic novel Digger (2003–2011) and for the children’s books series Hamster Princess and Dragonbreath. She also writes short fiction under both names. Her awards include the Hugo Award, Nebula Award, and the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award.