Gareth Hinds is the creator of critically-acclaimed graphic novels based on literary classics, including Beowulf (which Publisherβs Weekly called a βmixed-media gemβ), King Lear (which Booklist named one of the top 10 graphic novels for teens), The Merchant of Venice (which Kirkus called βthe standard that all others will strive to meetβ for Shakespeare adaptation), and The Odyssey (which received four starred reviews and has been placed on numerous "best of 2010" lists). Gareth is a recipient of the Boston Public Libraryβs βLiterary Lights for Childrenβ award. His books can be found in bookstores and English classrooms across the country, and his illustrations have appeared in such diverse venues as the Society of Illustrators, the New York Historical Society, and over a dozen published video games.