Alison Bechdel is an American cartoonist. Originally known for the long-running comic strip Dykes to Watch Out For, she came to critical and commercial success in 2006 with her graphic memoir Fun Home. From Wikipedia
Alison Bechdel, Catherine Meurisse, and Anouk Ricard are finalists for the prestigious award, with the winner to be announced on January 29 at the festival's opening ceremony.
