Mirion Malle is a French cartoonist living in Montreal.  This Is How I Disappear is her seond book to be translated into English (by Aleshia Jensen and Bronwyn Haslam).  Its portrait of 21st urban living – that includes overcoming depression, finding community and, finally, making connections – has won quite a few fans, including those among her cartooning peers; some of whom have gone on record with their praise:

"I want to give this book to all the people I love! Mirion Malle's unique sensitivity and amazing poetic drawings are like a bandaid and a treat at the same time.  This Is How I Disappear is my favorite comic of the year." – Penelope Bagieu

"A stunning portrayal.  Malle gives us just enough to keep going – just enough to root for Clara as we stumble with her through anxiety, depression and a culture of shame.  The journey is well worth it." – Sophie Yanow

"Malle's characters come thorugh so vibrantly on the page.  I wish they could be my friends, too!  Especially Clara, the heroine of the story.  With strikingly accurate detail and a subtly political lens, the book examines issues like the obstacles to obtaining psychological support and the lasting impacts of abuse, without ever being didactic. Malle is a wonderful storyteller." – Julie Delporte