Calyn Pickens Rich

Calyn Pickens Rich is a Black comic book creator and educator, and the creator of It's Hard Being Dill — an independently published comic series following Dill, a neurodivergent and misunderstood middle schooler navigating school, friendship, and a world that doesn't always make room for kids like him. The series is notable for its frank, funny, and empathetic portrayal of neurodivergence in young people. Published under the Dill Pocket imprint, the series blends humor with genuine emotional honesty and social commentary. Calyn brings an academic and educational lens to her storytelling and is an active figure in the indie comics community.